well
definitions
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noun
A hole or shaft sunk into the earth to obtain water, oil, gas, or other natural resources.es: Pozo; aljibe
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noun
An enclosed space in a building used for stairs, elevators, or vertical pipes.es: Caja de escalera; hueco
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noun
A source or abundant supply of something, often abstract (e.g., knowledge, emotion).es: Fuente; manantial
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adverb
In a good, satisfactory, or acceptable manner; successfully.es: Bien; correctamente
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adverb
To a great extent or degree; considerably.es: Mucho; considerablemente
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adverb
Used to introduce a remark, resume a narrative, or express resignation (interjectional use).es: Bueno; pues
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adjective
In good health; free from illness.es: Sano; saludable
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adjective
Advisable or prudent; best.es: Conveniente; aconsejable
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verb
To rise to the surface and flow out, like water from a well or spring (often followed by 'up' or 'out').es: Manar; brotar
examples
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They dug a deep well to access the underground aquifer.
Cavaron un pozo profundo para acceder al acuífero subterráneo.
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The elevator cables run through the central well of the building.
Los cables del ascensor pasan por el hueco central del edificio.
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She is a well of information regarding local history.
Ella es una fuente de información sobre la historia local.
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The project was completed well ahead of schedule.
El proyecto se completó mucho antes de lo previsto.
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It is well past midnight now.
Ya es muy pasada la medianoche.
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Well, I suppose we should get going.
Bueno, supongo que deberíamos irnos.
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I don't feel very well today.
No me siento muy bien hoy.
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It would be well to check the facts before publishing.
Sería conveniente verificar los hechos antes de publicar.
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Tears welled up in her eyes as she read the letter.
Las lágrimas brotaron en sus ojos mientras leía la carta.