a distancia
1. at a distance, from afar
physical separation
Common combinations
- a poca distancia — at a short distance
- a gran distancia — at a great distance
- mantener a distancia — keep at a distance
- Vimos el castillo a distancia.We saw the castle from afar.
- El perro siguió al niño a distancia.The dog followed the boy at a distance.
- Prefiero observar a distancia.I prefer to observe from afar.
2. remotely, by distance learning
without physical presence
Common combinations
- curso a distancia — distance-learning course
- trabajo a distancia — remote work
- reunión a distancia — remote meeting
- Estudio a distancia este año.I am studying remotely this year.
- La reunión será a distancia.The meeting will be held remotely.
- Trabajo a distancia desde casa.I work remotely from home.