1. Ser and estar
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2. Ser
Both ser and estar mean to be, but they aren’t used interchangeably.
Use ser to . . .
say where a class or an event takes place
describe the characteristics of someone or something
El concierto es en el teatro.
Elías es alto y rubio.

3. Estar
Both ser and estar mean to be, but they aren’t used interchangeably.
Use estar to . . .
say what is going on right now
say where someone or something is
Mamá está regando las plantas.
Tu ropa está en la secadora.

4. Estar
Both ser and estar mean to be, but they aren’t used interchangeably.
Use estar to . . .
say how someone feels or how food tastes
Ramiro está enfermo hoy.
Esta sopa está deliciosa.