Lesson 46 – Coffee Break Spanish
Posted on February 4, 2010
In lesson 46 Mark and Kara look at the difference between ser and estar, the two verbs which mean ‘to be’ in Spanish, and a grammar point learners often find difficult.
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May 06, 2010
You guys are great!
But…please please please do NOT teach temporary/permanent as a difference between estar/ser.
Mi perro está muerto. pretty darn permanent, no?
Soy estudiante. This is temporary!!
Ser: characteristics, professions
Estar: emotions, conditions, location (except for events)
I teach high school, and it takes more time for students to UNlearn this!
THANK YOU!!!
Jun 03, 2010
I remember meeting your team at the new Media Expo in Vegas. This podcast is such a fantastic way to improve your language skills. Thanks for this podcasting gem