In this lesson, you’ll learn how to use the Spanish verb “estar”, which is essential for expressing location, emotional and physical states, and temporary conditions. Through a conversational dialogue with the García family, you’ll see “estar” in action, helping you understand its role in everyday Spanish speech.
This lesson will help you:
- Grasp the key uses of “estar” in context
- Learn how to describe where people or things are
- Express how someone feels or is doing
- Improve your Spanish listening and speaking skills through real-world examples
Perfect for A1-level Spanish learners, this interactive approach allows you to see grammar come alive in meaningful conversation.
Practicing the Spanish Verb “Estar” with the García Family
The García family is having a conversation about their current locations, and you’ll get to practice using “estar” in different forms.
| Spanish Dialogue | English Translation |
|---|---|
| Antonio: Hola, estoy aquí, soy Antonio. ¿Dónde estás tú? | Antonio: Hello, I am here, I am Antonio. Where are you? |
| Juan: Estoy aquí, a tu lado. ¿Y ella, dónde está? | Juan: I am here, next to you. And her, where is she? |
| Lucía: Estoy aquí, delante de ti. ¿Dónde está mamá? | Lucía: I am here, in front of you. Where is mom? |
| Penélope: Aquí estoy, en la clase. ¿Y los abuelos dónde están? | Penélope: I am here, in the class. And the grandparents, where are they? |
| Abuela Rosa: Estamos en el jardín. Estamos cuidando las plantas. | Abuela Rosa: We are in the garden. We are taking care of the plants. |
| Antonio: ¿Y vosotros, niños, dónde estáis? | Antonio: And you, children, where are you? |
| Juan & Lucía: Estamos en el salón, estudiando. | Juan & Lucía: We are in the living room, studying. |
| Abuelo Miguel: ¿Y ustedes, Antonio y Penélope, dónde están? | Abuelo Miguel: And you, Antonio and Penélope, where are you? |
| Antonio & Penélope: Estamos en casa, disfrutando con nuestra familia. | Antonio & Penélope: We are at home, enjoying with our family. |