Using 'Ser' Instead of 'Estar'

As a describing word, 'lleno' changes to match the thing it describes. Use 'llena' for feminine things, 'llenos' for plural masculine things, and 'llenas' for plural feminine things. (e.g., la botella llena, los vasos llenos).

Matching the Noun

To say something 'is full', always use the verb 'estar' (e.g., El tanque está lleno). Using 'ser' is a common mistake because being full is a temporary state, not a permanent characteristic.

Always Use 'Estar'

The phrase 'lleno de...' is your go-to for saying 'full of...'. For example, 'una vida llena de aventuras' (a life full of adventures).

Expressing 'Full Of...'

Extremely common. One of the first adjectives you'll learn and use daily.

You'll almost always hear 'el lleno' when people talk about tickets sold for concerts, plays, or sports matches. The phrase 'lleno total' is very common to emphasize it was completely sold out.

Event Context

Less common, used in specific contexts like events or performances.

Verb vs. Adjective

'Lleno' is the present-tense 'I' form of the verb 'llenar' (to fill). So, 'yo lleno' means 'I fill'.

This is from 'Llenar'

Very common, as it is the 'I' form of the essential verb 'llenar' (to fill).

Learn the complete meaning of 'lleno' in Spanish. Understand its use as an adjective ('full'), a noun ('full house'), and a verb ('I fill') with examples, conjugations, and usage tips for all levels.

lleno

Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations