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    es difícil aprender lentamente

    Grammar & Usage

    fixed expression
    neutral

    How it works

    This is a declarative sentence expressing a general truth or observation. 'Es' is the third-person singular form of the verb 'ser' (to be), used here for inherent qualities or general statements. 'Difícil' is an adjective, and 'aprender lentamente' is an infinitive phrase acting as the subject of 'es difícil', meaning 'to learn slowly' is what is difficult.

    Sample sentences

    Es difícil aprender lentamente un idioma nuevo.

    It is difficult to learn a new language slowly.

    Aunque es difícil aprender lentamente, a veces es la única opción.

    Although it is difficult to learn slowly, sometimes it's the only option.

    ¿Crees que es difícil aprender lentamente o prefieres ir deprisa?

    Do you think it's difficult to learn slowly or do you prefer to go fast?

    Quick facts

    verb_ser_usage:The verb 'ser' (to be) is used with 'difícil' (difficult) because difficulty is considered an inherent quality or a general statement, not a temporary state. If it were a temporary or perceived difficulty, 'estar' might be used in other contexts (e.g., 'Este problema está difícil hoy').
    infinitive_as_subject:In Spanish, an infinitive phrase (like 'aprender lentamente') can function as the subject of a sentence.

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    Example

    Es difícil aprender lentamente un idioma nuevo.

    It is difficult to learn a new language slowly.

    Aunque es difícil aprender lentamente, a veces es la única opción.

    Although it is difficult to learn slowly, sometimes it's the only option.

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