set the scene
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set the scene(
seht
thuh
sin
)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. establecer la escena
The spooky music really helps to set the scene.La música de miedo ayuda mucho a establecer la escena.
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. establece la escena (informal) (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?).
Set the scene for the listener before jumping into the story.Establece la escena para el oyente antes de entrar en la historia.
b. establezca la escena (formal) (singular)
A word or phrase used to refer to the second person formal “usted” by their conjugation or implied context (e.g., usted).
Set the scene clearly so that people understand the context.Establezca la escena claramente para que se entienda el contexto.
a. establezcan la escena (plural)
I want you all to improvise the music for this part of the play. Set the scene for the murder.Quiero que todos improvisen la música para esta parte de la obra. Establezcan la escena para el asesinato.
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