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why (mi) in (para soprender a mi familia) is preceded by (a)? and what does it mean?
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the meaning of a
This question relates to:Spanish interactive reading exercise "Calendario de adviento"
Reading A1, Celebrations & Important Dates, Listening or Seeing A1
Asked 4 years ago
InmaNative Spanish expert teacher in Kwiziq
Hola Ww
some verbs in Spanish require the preposition "a" when the object is referring to people, like in this case "to surprise the family". This is often known as the "personal a". We have a list with some common verbs. Have a look here.
I hope it helps.
Saludos
Inma
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