Coffee Break Spanish 'Ser' vs. 'estar' for location | A Coffee Break with Anabel
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Aug 21, 2025 Dive into the intricacies of Spanish verbs as the discussion focuses on the difference between 'ser' and 'estar.' These two verbs may both mean 'to be,' but mastering their use for location is the key to fluency. Through engaging examples and practical exercises, listeners can sharpen their skills and sound more natural when expressing where things are. Get ready to take your Spanish conversation to the next level with this essential lesson!
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Two Verbs For “To Be”
- Spanish has two verbs for “to be”: ser and estar, and their use depends on what you're locating.
- Use estar to locate people and things in the world.
Estar For Physical Location
- Estar is the standard verb used to locate physical people and objects.
- Examples include questions like ¿Dónde está la biblioteca? and items like documents in a drawer.
Ser For Events
- Use ser, not estar, when locating events rather than physical objects or people.
- Events like reuniones, fiestas, and bodas take ser: La reunión será en el despacho.