long-distance

USAGE NOTE
This word may also be spelled "long distance."
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. de largo recorrido
Even if it takes longer, I'd rather take a long-distance train than fly.Aunque tarde más, yo preferiría tomar un tren de largo recorrido que volar.
b. de fondo (runner)
Jay had the perfect physique to be a long-distance runner.Jay tenía el físico perfecto para ser corredor de fondo.
a. de larga distancia
This is a long-distance call, so it'll have to be brief.Esto es una llamada de larga distancia, así que tendrá que ser breve.
a. a distancia
The couple realized after six months that their long-distance relationship wasn't going to work out.La pareja se dio cuenta después de seis meses que su relación a distancia no iba a funcionar.
An adverb is a word that describes a verb, an adjective, or other adverbs (e.g., to run quickly, very tired).
adverb
a. de larga distancia
I'm calling you long-distance, so I need to make this short.Te estoy llamando de larga distancia, entonces tengo que ser breve.
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