To be verbs: differences between ser and estar
As you may have learned in SPAN 1A/1B, in Spanish, both verbs ser and estar mean to be. However, each of them can only be used for specific situations. Below you will find two videos that will help you remember the uses of ser and estar. Please take notes while playing them.
Uses of ser
Uses of ser
Descriptions
Occupations
Characteristics
Time/Date
Origin
Relationship with Others
Possession
Uses of estar
Uses of estar
Position & Location
Actions (present progressive)
Physical Conditions
Weather
Emotions
Now that you've watched the videos above, here is a worksheet that will help you practice the uses of ser and estar.
SPAN 2022-09 Ser y Estar Worksheet.docx