Afuera, fuera (de)

Question

I think I understand the difference in the usage of adentro, vs. dentro (de) but does the same principle apply to afuera vs. afuera (de)?

Accepted Answer

Hola Gerald
Yes, the same principle applies to afuera vs. fuera (de), similar to adentro and dentro (de).

Afuera: Refers to "outside" as an adverb of place. It indicates the location without specifying a boundary or specific object: 
Estoy afuera. (I am outside.)

Fuera (de): Refers to "outside of" and is used when specifying something is outside a particular place or boundary.
Está fuera de la casa. (It is outside the house.)

I hope this explanation helps!
Saludos
Silvia

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Mil gracias.