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algo

something

pronoun AHL-goh Common

Also means

somewhat (adverb)

Usage Note

Algo functions as a pronoun ('something') or adverb ('somewhat, a bit'): Estoy algo cansado ('I'm somewhat tired'). As a pronoun it triggers masculine agreement: algo bueno (not algo buena). It contrasts with nada (nothing) and alguien (someone, for people).

Examples

"¿Quieres algo de beber?"

Natural Translation

Do you want something to drink?

Literal Translation

Do-you-want something of to-drink?

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