puedes hablar

puedes hablar(
pweh
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dehs
 
ah
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blahr
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
1.
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(in statements; singular)
a. you can speak
Puedes hablar con toda libertad, estás entre amigos.You can speak freely. You're among friends.
b. you can talk
Si necesitas el dinero, quizá puedes hablar con tu jefe y pedirle un adelanto.If you need the money, maybe you can talk to your boss and ask for an advance.
2.
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person informal “tú” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., How are you?).
(informal)
(in questions; singular)
a. can you speak
¿Puedes hablar más despacio, por favor?Can you speak more slowly, please?
b. can you talk
¿Puedes hablar en la biblioteca? - No, tienes que estar en silencio.Can you talk at the library? - No, you have to be quiet.
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