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mirar rápidamente

Grammar & Usage

fixed expression

neutral

How it works

This phrase combines the infinitive verb 'mirar' (to look) with the adverb 'rápidamente' (quickly). It functions as a verbal phrase, indicating the action of looking performed at a high speed or in a brief manner. When conjugated, 'mirar' will change according to the subject and tense, while 'rápidamente' remains unchanged.

Sample sentences

El ladrón miró rápidamente a ambos lados antes de cruzar la calle.

The thief looked quickly to both sides before crossing the street.

Ella suele mirar rápidamente los mensajes antes de responder.

She usually glances at messages before replying.

Si miras rápidamente, no verás los detalles ocultos.

If you look quickly, you won't see the hidden details.

Quick facts

verb_conjugation:The verb 'mirar' is regular (-ar ending) and will conjugate according to subject and tense (e.g., 'él miró rápidamente', 'nosotros miramos rápidamente'). The adverb 'rápidamente' is formed from the adjective 'rápida' + '-mente', a common adverbial suffix in Spanish.

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Mnemonic

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Example

El ladrón miró rápidamente a ambos lados antes de cruzar la calle.

The thief looked quickly to both sides before crossing the street.

Ella suele mirar rápidamente los mensajes antes de responder.

She usually glances at messages before replying.