while driving
while driving(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g once upon a time).
1. (with the present tense)
a. mientras se maneja (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
Do you know if it is illegal to smoke while driving?¿Sabes si está prohibido fumar mientras se maneja?
b. mientras se conduce (Spain)
Regionalism used in Spain
Wearing headphones while driving can be dangerous as your full attention isn't on the road.El uso de auriculares mientras se conduce puede ser peligroso porque no se le presta plena atención a la carretera.
2. (with the past tense)
a. mientras manejaba (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
My uncle was arrested for using his cell while driving.Mi tío fue detenido por usar el celular mientras manejaba.
b. mientras conducía (Spain)
Regionalism used in Spain
I came across a herd of cows while driving in the country.Me encontré con una manada de vacas mientras conducía en el campo.
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