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Yo _______ inteligente.
Yo _______ inteligente.
soy
Yo _______ cansada.
Yo _______ cansada.
estoy
Tú _______ alto y moreno.
Tú _______ alto y moreno.
eres
Ella _______ baja y gorda.
Ella _______ baja y gorda.
Él _______ gracioso.
Él _______ gracioso.
Ustedes _______ con sus amigos.
Ustedes _______ con sus amigos.
Usted _______ atlético.
Usted _______ atlético.
Nosotros _______ primos.
Nosotros _______ primos.
Él _______ enfermo hoy.
Él _______ enfermo hoy.
Ustedes _______ pelirrojos.
Ustedes _______ pelirrojos.
Ellos _______ mexicanos.
Ellos _______ mexicanos.
La comida _______ muy rica.
La comida _______ muy rica.
Tú _______ triste.
Tú _______ triste.
Ella _______ contenta.
Ella _______ contenta.
Nosotros _______ en la escuela.
Nosotros _______ en la escuela.
La sopa _______ frÃa.
La sopa _______ frÃa.
When you describe someone's physical or emotional condition, do you use ser or estar?
When you describe someone's physical or emotional condition, do you use ser or estar?
To define someone or something, do you use ser or estar?
To define someone or something, do you use ser or estar?
When you describe personal traits and physical characteristics, do you use ser or estar?
When you describe personal traits and physical characteristics, do you use ser or estar?
When you indicate someone's profession, do you use ser or estar?
When you indicate someone's profession, do you use ser or estar?
"For how you feel or where you are - always use the verb _________."
"For how you feel or where you are - always use the verb _________."
To say where someone is from, also nationality, do you use ser or estar?
To say where someone is from, also nationality, do you use ser or estar?
To give the date or the time, do you use ser or estar?
To give the date or the time, do you use ser or estar?
To say what belongs to someone, do you use ser or estar?
To say what belongs to someone, do you use ser or estar?
To talk about states or feelings, do you use ser or estar?
To talk about states or feelings, do you use ser or estar?
To say what is going on right now, do you use ser or estar?
To say what is going on right now, do you use ser or estar?
What does the acronym PLACE stand for in relation to ESTAR?
What does the acronym PLACE stand for in relation to ESTAR?
What does the acronym DOCTOR stand for in relation to SER?
What does the acronym DOCTOR stand for in relation to SER?
What does the acronym DOT stand for in relation to SER?
What does the acronym DOT stand for in relation to SER?
Study Notes
Concepts of Ser and Estar
- "Ser" is used for defining or describing someone or something.
- "Estar" is used to indicate temporary states, emotions, or conditions.
Usage of Ser
- Use "ser" for physical traits and personal characteristics.
- Indicate profession using "ser".
- Express nationality and origin with "ser".
- Use "ser" to discuss the date and time.
- To explain possession, utilize "ser".
Usage of Estar
- Use "estar" for describing physical or emotional states of a person.
- Indicate temporary location or position using "estar".
- To talk about ongoing actions, employ "estar".
Key Flashcards
- "Yo soy inteligente" indicates a permanent trait.
- "Tú estás cansada" reflects a temporary state.
- "Él es gracioso" is a description of a characteristic.
- "Nosotros estamos en la escuela" shows a current location.
Acronyms to Remember
- PLACE (for "estar"):
- Position
- Location
- Action
- Condition
- Emotion
- DOCTOR (for "ser"):
- Date
- Occupation
- Characteristics
- Time
- Origin
- Relationships
- DOT (for "ser"):
- Description
- Origin
- Time
Emotional and Physical States
- Use "estar" for feelings: "Tú estás triste" expresses a temporary emotion.
- Situational conditions utilize "estar": "La sopa está frÃa" indicates a current state.
General Guidelines
- For feelings and locations, always apply "estar".
- For defining characteristics and general traits, consistently use "ser".
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Test your knowledge of the Spanish verbs 'ser' and 'estar' with these practice flashcards. Each card presents a sentence requiring you to choose the correct verb form. Perfect for Spanish learners to strengthen their understanding of fundamental verb usage.
