Usages of a punto de
Estoy a punto de salir, pero mi perro comienza a ladrar junto a la puerta.
I am about to leave, but my dog starts to bark next to the door.
Estamos a punto de sembrar algas en la laguna para observar su crecimiento.
We are about to plant seaweed in the lagoon to observe its growth.
Cuando estoy a punto de comprar un refresco, recuerdo cuánta azúcar tiene y elijo agua.
When I am about to buy a soda, I remember how much sugar it has and choose water.
Mi mamá estaba a punto de cancelar la suscripción, aunque el precio fuera bajo.
My mom was about to cancel the subscription, even though the price was low.
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