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Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/spanish Spanish] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "to be" in Spanish. We will look at the conjugation of the verb, its usage in sentences, and some examples. __TOC__
Hi [https://polyglotclub.com/language/spanish Spanish] learners! 😊<br>In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "to be" in Spanish. We will look at the conjugation of the verb, its usage in sentences, and some examples. __TOC__


<span link>Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Definite-and-Indefinite-Articles|Definite and Indefinite Articles]] & [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Por-vs-Para|Por vs Para]].</span>
== Conjugation ==
== Conjugation ==
The verb "to be" in Spanish is "ser". It is an irregular verb, so it does not follow the same conjugation pattern as regular verbs. Here is the conjugation of the verb "ser" in the present tense:  
The verb "to be" in Spanish is "ser". It is an irregular verb, so it does not follow the same conjugation pattern as regular verbs. Here is the conjugation of the verb "ser" in the present tense:  
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==Other Lessons==
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Interrogation-signs|Interrogation signs]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Present-Perfect-Tense|Present Perfect Tense]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Past-Participle|Past Participle]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/El-tiempo-presente|El tiempo presente]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Conditional-Mood|Conditional Mood]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Present-Progressive|Present Progressive]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Comaratives-and-Superlatives|Comaratives and Superlatives]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Possessive-Pronouns|Possessive Pronouns]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Questions|Questions]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Plurals|Plurals]]


==Related Lessons==
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* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Present-Progressive|Present Progressive]]
==Sources==
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Imperfect-Tense|Imperfect Tense]]
* [https://www.babbel.com/en/magazine/spanish-tu-vs-usted Spanish Grammar: When To Use Tú And Usted]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Future-Tense|Future Tense]]
* [https://carla.umn.edu/strategies/sp_grammar/index.html CARLA: Spanish Grammar Strategies]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Use-the-letters-V-and-B|Use the letters V and B]]
* [https://www.babbel.com/en/magazine/spanish-grammar-ser-and-estar Spanish Grammar: When To Use Ser And Estar]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Simple-Past-Tense|Simple Past Tense]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Give-your-Opinion|Give your Opinion]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Pronouns|Pronouns]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Adjectives|Adjectives]]
* [[Language/Spanish/Grammar/Eso-Esto-Aquello|Eso Esto Aquello]]


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Spanish Grammar - How to Use "be"

Hi Spanish learners! 😊
In this lesson, we will learn how to use the verb "to be" in Spanish. We will look at the conjugation of the verb, its usage in sentences, and some examples.


Don't miss the chance to check out these pages as you wrap up this lesson: Definite and Indefinite Articles & Por vs Para.

Conjugation[edit | edit source]

The verb "to be" in Spanish is "ser". It is an irregular verb, so it does not follow the same conjugation pattern as regular verbs. Here is the conjugation of the verb "ser" in the present tense:

Spanish Pronunciation English Translation
soy /soi/ I am
eres /eres/ you are (singular)
es /es/ he/she/it is
somos /somos/ we are
sois /sois/ you are (plural)
son /son/ they are

Usage[edit | edit source]

The verb "ser" is used to describe permanent characteristics or qualities. It is also used to talk about origin, profession, and relationships. Here are some examples:

  • Person 1: ¿De dónde eres? (Where are you from?)
  • Person 2: Soy de México. (I'm from Mexico.)
  • Person 1: ¿Qué haces? (What do you do?)
  • Person 2: Soy profesor. (I'm a teacher.)
  • Person 1: ¿Cómo es tu hermano? (What is your brother like?)
  • Person 2: Es alto y guapo. (He is tall and handsome.)

Examples[edit | edit source]

Here are some more examples of sentences using the verb "ser":

Spanish English Translation
Soy estudiante. I am a student.
Ella es mi mejor amiga. She is my best friend.
Somos de España. We are from Spain.
Él es muy inteligente. He is very intelligent.
Sois muy simpáticos. You are very friendly.
Son mis primos. They are my cousins.

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