In lesson 6 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. Please note that lesson 06 of Season 2 was originally known as lesson 206 of Coffee Break Spanish. We have renumbered the lessons of each season as lessons 1-40 to make things more simple for our listeners.
Season 2 – Lesson 06 – Coffee Break Spanish
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2 thoughts on “Season 2 – Lesson 06 – Coffee Break Spanish”
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!!!
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