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What is the difference between 'ser' and 'estar'?

The verbs 'ser' and 'estar' both translate to the English 'to be'. But don't worry! There are some key differences that help us know which Spanish verb we should use. 'Ser' is used to describe permanent c...

Answered by Leah G. • Spanish tutor

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Difference between the verb ser and estar

Estar is used for States of BeingEmotional, physical & mental states of (our bodies') being:Feelings/moods/emotions, physical conditions or appearances, civil state (married, single, divorced...

Answered by Stefan Z. • Spanish tutor

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What is the difference between the preterite and the imperfect tense in Spanish?

The preterite tense is used to describe one off, completed actions that happened in the past. Some examples are: I WENT to the park (fui al parque), I ate a sandwich (comí un bocadillo).
The imperfec...

Answered by Samuel W. • Spanish tutor

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Escribir un mensaje al Consejo Estudiantil de tu escuela describiendo los problemas en tu escuela.

Querido Presidente, Yo soy (nombre), del (grado). Necesito decir los problemas en nuestra escuela. Hay bastante tarea, y el registro de asistencia es muy malo. Primero, el prob...

Answered by Cathryn H. • Spanish tutor

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How do you know when to use the subjunctive tense?

The subjunctive tense is non existent in English and therefore can be a bit confusing to grasp at first. With practice of course one gets used to it. It is mainly used to describe events that are either a...

Answered by Taha S. • Spanish tutor

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