Uno al lado del otro
Example: Los libros están uno al lado del otro en la estantería.
Definition
"Uno al lado del otro" is a Spanish adverbial phrase meaning 'side by side,' describing two or more objects positioned directly next to each other in a close and parallel arrangement, as in the example where books are placed side by side on a shelf.
Etymology
The phrase "uno al lado del otro" literally translates to 'one next to the other' in English. It combines 'uno' (one) with 'al lado' (beside) and 'del otro' (of the other), reflecting a straightforward spatial relationship. This phrase has been used in Spanish to clearly indicate adjacency between items.
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"Uno al lado del otro" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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