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When describing what someone is like (tall, smart, etc.), which verb do you use?
SER — Description. Example: Ella es alta. → She is tall.
How do you say “I am a teacher”?
Soy profesor. (Occupation)
What verb do you use for personality or permanent traits?
SER — Characteristic. Example: Él es amable. → He is kind.
How do you express the day or time with “to be”?
SER — Time. Example: Es lunes. → It’s Monday. / Son las tres. → It’s three o’clock.
How do you say “We are from Texas”?
Somos de Texas. (Origin)
How do you say “They are my parents”?
Ellos son mis padres. (Relationship)
What verb is used for possession?
SER. Example: El libro es mío. → The book is mine.
Which verb locates events (not people)?
SER. Example: La fiesta es en mi casa. → The party is at my house.
What verb do you use to describe position or placement?
ESTAR — Position. Example: El libro está en la mesa. → The book is on the table.
How do you say “I’m at home”?
Estoy en casa. (Location)
What verb do you use for ongoing actions (I’m studying, etc.)?
ESTAR — Action. Example: Estoy estudiando. → I’m studying.
How do you say “The coffee is cold”?
El café está frío. (Condition)
Which verb expresses emotions or temporary feelings?
ESTAR — Emotion. Example: Ella está feliz. → She is happy.
How do you say “I’m tired”?
Estoy cansado. (Temporary condition)
How do you say “The door is open”?
La puerta está abierta. (Resulting condition)
What verb do you use for “I’m bored right now”?
Estoy aburrido. → I’m bored. (SER aburrido = I’m boring.)
“Soy aburrido” vs “Estoy aburrido” — what’s the difference?
Soy aburrido = I’m boring (character). / Estoy aburrido = I’m bored (state).
Which verb expresses permanent identity?
SER.
Which verb expresses temporary state or condition?
ESTAR.
Quick rule: Ser = _________ and Estar = _________.
Ser = essence, Estar = state.
