'tis
A contraction is a shortened form of a word or group of words made by omitting a sound or letter (e.g., don't).
a. es (literary)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., sex, once upon a time).
Thank you so much for the gift! - 'Tis but a trifle, my dear.¡Muchas gracias por el regalo! - Es una insignificancia, mi amor.
2. (literary) (used to express a temporary state)
A word or phrase restricted in usage to literature or established writing (e.g., sex, once upon a time).
a. está
What has happened to the sacred relic? - 'Tis lost forever. It went down with the ship.¿Qué ha pasado con la reliquia sagrada? - Está perdida para siempre. Se hundió con el barco.
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