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How to Say "will be" in Spanish

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será

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Use 'será' when referring to a future event, date, or a more permanent characteristic.

Examples

La fiesta será el viernes.

The party will be on Friday.

estará

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Use 'estará' when indicating a future location, position, or a temporary state, feeling, or condition.

Examples

Ella estará muy contenta con la noticia.

She will be very happy with the news.

Será vs. Estará: Location vs. Event

Learners often confuse 'será' and 'estará' when talking about future events. Remember that 'será' is generally used for the timing or nature of an event, while 'estará' is for where something or someone will be located or their temporary state.

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