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3. The Verb Estar Estar is an IRREGULAR verb. It means “to be” in English.

4. The Verb ESTAR It does NOT follow the pattern of REGULAR -AR VERBS.

5. The Verb ESTAR In writing, be sure to use the accent mark on all forms except the “yo” and “nosotros” forms.

6. TO BE (In English) Iam Youare He Sheis It We are All of you are They are

7. ESTAR yoestoy túestás Ud. élestá ella nosotros estamos vosotros estáis Uds. ellos están ellas

8. USE OF ESTAR Estar is used to tell “location” of a person or a thing.

9. USE OF ESTAR For example: El libro está en la mesa. The book is on the table.

10. USE OF ESTAR María y Carlos están en clase. María and Carlos are in class.

11. USE OF ESTAR Estar is also used to tell the condition of something or someone.

12. USE OF ESTAR For example: María está enferma. María is sick.

13. USE OF ESTAR Elisa y tú están ocupados. Elisa and you are busy.

14. USE OF ESTAR Ahora, ¡vamos a practicar!