está
“está” means “is” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
is
Also: are
📝 In Action
El baño está a la derecha.
A1The bathroom is on the right.
¿Dónde está mi teléfono?
A1Where is my phone?
Mis amigos están en el parque.
A1My friends are at the park.
is
Also: feels, looks, tastes
📝 In Action
Estoy feliz hoy.
A1I am happy today.
La sopa está muy caliente.
A1The soup is very hot.
La ventana está abierta.
A2The window is open.
is
Also: are
📝 In Action
Él está leyendo un libro.
A2He is reading a book.
Estoy trabajando ahora mismo.
A2I am working right now.
Los niños están jugando afuera.
A2The children are playing outside.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Words that translate to "está" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: está
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Which sentence is correct to say 'The apple is green' when you mean it's not ripe yet?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'stāre', which means 'to stand'. You can see the connection in how 'estar' is used for position, location, and the state something is 'standing' in.
First recorded: Around the 10th century.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'está' and 'esta' (without the accent)?
The accent mark is super important! 'Está' (with the accent) is the verb 'is/are' from 'estar'. 'Esta' (no accent) means 'this' and is used to point out a feminine thing, like 'esta casa' (this house).
When do I use 'está' and when do I use 'es'?
This is the big question in Spanish! A simple rule is: use 'está' for how things are (temporary conditions, locations, feelings) and use 'es' for what things are (permanent traits, identity, job, origin). For example, 'Estoy aburrido' (I am bored right now), but 'Soy aburrido' (I am a boring person).