levanta la mano
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levanta la mano(
leh
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bahn
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tah
lah
mah
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noh
)An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
a. he raises his hand (masculine)
Cuando levanta la mano para hablar, siempre dice algo interesante.When he raises his hand to speak, he always says something meaningful.
b. she raises her hand (feminine)
Si levanta la mano, haz como si no la vieras.If she raises her hand, you just ignore her.
2. (formal) (put up a hand; second person singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
a. you raise your hand
En una subasta, una vez que levanta la mano, no puede retirar la oferta.At an auction, once you raise your hand, you cannot take back your bid.
3. (informal) (imperative; segunda persona del singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
a. raise your hand
Levanta la mano para que te vea el mozo.Raise your hand to get the waiter's attention.
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