Estamos

Estamos

Estamos is a Spanish word that translates to "we are" in English. It is the first-person plural form of the verb "estar," which is used to indicate temporary states or locations. The verb "estar" is one of the two Spanish verbs that mean "to be," the other being "ser."

Usage of "Estamos"

In the Spanish language, estar is used to describe conditions that are temporary, such as emotions, locations, or ongoing actions. The conjugation "estamos" is used when the subject is "we," indicating that the speaker is including themselves in the statement.

Examples

• Estamos felices. (We are happy.)
• Estamos en casa. (We are at home.)
• Estamos estudiando. (We are studying.)

Conjugation of "Estar"

The verb estar is an irregular verb in Spanish. Below is the present tense conjugation:

• Yo estoy (I am)
• T est s (You are)
• l/Ella/Usted est (He/She/You formal is)
• Nosotros/Nosotras estamos (We are)
• Vosotros/Vosotras est is (You all are)
• Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes est n (They/You all formal are)

Differences between "Estar" and "Ser"

While both estar and ser mean "to be," they are used in different contexts. Ser is used for permanent states, identity, and characteristics, while estar is used for temporary states, locations, and conditions.

Examples

• Ser:

 * Soy estudiante. (I am a student.)
 * Es alto. (He is tall.)

• Estar:

 * Estoy cansado. (I am tired.)
 * Est  en la oficina. (He is in the office.)

Related pages

• Spanish grammar
• Conjugation
• Ser
• Spanish verbs