How are antonyms used in Spanish?

Situar en el espacio / Location in space

One of the most useful ways to expand vocabulary that we recommend is the use of antonyms.

When you learn a word, always try to find its antonym and learn it at the same time.

 

Change the position of these things by using the opposite expression.

Choose from: fuera, encima, detrás, cerca, derecha:

La mesa está a la izquierda/___________ de la silla.
The table is to the left/right of the chair.

El reloj está delante/___________ de la planta.
The clock is in front of/behind the plant.

La lámpara está lejos/_____________ de la televisión.
The lamp is a long way from/ near the television.

El libro está debajo/_____________ del vaso.
The book is under/on top of the glass.

El bolígrafo está dentro/____________ del estuche.
The ballpoint pen is inside/outside the case.