Fue vs. Era....Una Pregunta
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Hola!
I have a quick question.
If I want to say "the art was very fascinating," would it be "el arte fue muy fascinante" or would it be "el arte era muy fascinante?"
Gracias!
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updated Dec 10, 2015
posted by 00856ad4
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I am sorry, but more context is needed as it can be "fue" or "era"
updated Dec 8, 2015
posted by chileno
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fue.
updated Dec 8, 2015
posted by Rey_Mysterio
Gracias. Also, one more question. If I am saying that I liked something, would I use preterite or imperfect? - 00856ad4, Dec 8, 2015
me gustó - Rey_Mysterio, Dec 8, 2015
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Did you look at the art for a couple of hours at the museum, or were you at a week-long tour? Actually, from what a Spanish-speaking neighbor told me, you'd be fine using either one.
updated Dec 8, 2015
posted by Winkfish
Yes, depends on context. - annierats, Dec 8, 2015
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I'm actually pretty sure, depending on context and what you want to say, it could be either. Era is generally used for descriptions in the past.
updated Dec 10, 2015
posted by Natesmith1016
And "fue" if you're just stating a fact. - Daniela2041, Dec 8, 2015
Danie, if I used "era" I wouldn't be stating a fact? - chileno, Dec 10, 2015
