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The Verb Estar Estar is considered an IRREGULAR verb because it does not follow the pattern of Ar verb exactly. It means to be in English.
The Verb ESTAR Lets review the ar verb endings. Yo O nosotros AMOS Tu AS Ellos Ellas Uds. AN El ella usted A
The Verb ESTAR In writing, be sure to use the accent mark on all forms except the yo and nosotros forms.
TO BE (In English) Iam Youare He Sheis Weare Theyare
ESTAR Yoestoy * Túestás Ud. Élestá Ella Nosotros estamos Uds. Ellos están Ellas
USE OF ESTAR Estar is used to tell location of a person or a thing.
USE OF ESTAR For example: El libro está en la mesa. The book is on the table.
USE OF ESTAR Maria y Carlos están en clase. Maria and Carlos are in class.
USE OF ESTAR Estar is also used to tell the condition of something or someone.
USE OF ESTAR For example: Maria está enferma. Maria is sick.
USE OF ESTAR Elisa y tú están ocupados. Elisa and you are busy.