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take the lid off(
teyk
thuh
lihd
af
)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
1. (to uncover)
a. destapar
Take the lid off the pot and see if the soup is ready.Destapa la olla y mira si la sopa está lista.
b. quitar la tapa de
I took the lid off a plastic box and used it as a sled.Quité la tapa de una caja de plástico y la usé como trineo.
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.).
2. (to uncover)
a. quitar la tapa
What's in the jar? - Take the lid off and smell it.¿Qué hay en el frasco?- Quita la tapa y huéllalo.
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