how do I know when to use ser and when to use estar?

Question

We have went over ser and estar many times in class i just still cant figure out which one to use and when.

Answer 1

Jessica-kile

 

Here is a more in-depth look at this "Ser" and "Estar" topic. It includes the Reference Article that Sarahjs referred you to and the Lesson that April-Sarah pointed to. It also includes one other Reference Article.

"Click: on this link ----> Ser vs Estar

 

I hope this will all be a big help to you

 

Recuerdos/Regards,

Moe

Answer 2

try the lesson- "Ser vs. Estar" in Learn Spanish 1. Apart from that, here is my advice for another person who asked the same question: Someone I know I think said though, that Ser is more permanent- like Soy morena (for example, if you have brown hair!) and Estoy confundida- I am confused, which may be how you're feeling but it's not permanent (in 2 ways!).

This "rule" often leads to confusion/mistakes. Read the referenced articles. - samdie, Nov 10, 2009

Answer 3

Moe,

I so love that little smiley thing you did there, it's really cool.

It makes me happy that you like it. - Moe, Nov 10, 2009

Answer 4

It was fairly easy, I suppose....jeje....but other things are on my mind right now :( Jeje......

Answer 5

I think I did ok, but i'm not sure. How did you do?

Answer 6

So how did YOU do on the "ser/estar" test, Jessica?

Answer 7

Here Jessica use this link right here:

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