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"is" in Spanish

está
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Notes

This is used for temporary states, feelings, locations, conditions, ongoing actions.

Summary

The Spanish translation for “is” is está.

Pronounced the same

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this está
be está

Examples of "is" in use

There are 255 examples of the Spanish word for "is" being used:
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The clock is above the fireplace. El reloj está por encima de la chimenea.
The dog is chewing a bone. El perro está masticando un hueso.
Tom is absolutely calm. Tom está absolutamente tranquilo.
Her tissue is healing quickly. Su tejido se está curando rápidamente.
That is strongly discouraged. Eso está fuertemente desanimado.
The washing machine is in the utility room. La lavadora está en el cuarto de servicio.
Tom is currently unemployed. Tom está actualmente desempleada.
She’s worried about her tests. Ella está preocupada por sus pruebas.
Where is the nearest train station? ¿Dónde está la estación de tren más cercana?
electric driving is on the rise la conducción eléctrica está en aumento

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A candle is made of wax.,
An eagle is flying in the sky.,
An expert is speaking.,
An owl is on the roof.,
Are you sure you want to continue?,
Bread is made from flour, water and yeast.,
Bread is made from flour.,
Breakfast is ready.,
Can you tell me where the station is?,
drowning person,
electric driving is on the rise,
Every shirt is clean.,
Everything is ready.,
Flour is made from wheat.,
Germany is in the middle of Europe.,
He is all alone abroad.,
He is angry.,
He is dishonoured.,
He is eating.,
He is in the car.
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