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A cat is on a chair, illustrating the use of 'estar' for location.

estar Affirmative Imperative Conjugation

estarto be

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Quick answer:

The imperative of estar is used to tell someone to 'be' in a certain state: está, esté, estemos, estad, estén.

estar Affirmative Imperative Forms

está
ustedesté
nosotrosestemos
vosotrosestad
ustedesestén

When to Use the Affirmative Imperative

Use commands with estar to tell someone to stay put or to be in a certain mood (e.g., 'Be quiet' or 'Stay here').

Notes on estar in the Affirmative Imperative

The 'tú' form (está) has an accent, which is different from regular -ar verbs (like 'habla').

Example Sentences

  • Está quieto un momento.

    Be still for a moment.

  • Esté atento a las noticias.

    Stay (formal) tuned to the news.

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: esta

    Correct: está

    Why: The command for 'tú' requires an accent to distinguish it from the demonstrative 'esta' (this).

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