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Spanish Verbs: Contrasting Ser, Estar, Hay, and Tener
Practice the spoken contrasts between the Spanish verbs ser, estar, hay, and tener for identity, location, existence, and health.
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TutorialSpanish
Spanish Verbs: Contrasting Ser, Estar, Hay, and Tener
Practice the spoken contrasts between the Spanish verbs ser, estar, hay, and tener for identity, location, existence, and health.
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This deck will help you master the differences between some of the most common and confusing verbs in Spanish: ser, estar, hay, and tener. We'll focus on when to use each one for talking about descriptions, states, existence, and feelings.
Lesson#2
Let's start with a quick review of 'ser' and 'estar'. As a general rule, use 'ser' for permanent characteristics or descriptions, like identity and profession. Use 'estar' for temporary states, moods, health, and location.
Quiz#3
How would you say 'I am a doctor' in Spanish, to state your profession?
Soy médico.
Quiz#4
How would you say 'I am in the hospital' in Spanish, to state your location?
Estoy en el hospital.
Lesson#5
The verb 'estar' is also used with adjectives to describe how you are feeling or your current state of health. For example, 'estoy cansado' means 'I am tired'.
Quiz#6
How do you say 'I am ill' in Spanish?
Estoy enfermo.
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