Meaning & Definition of word "Es"
Es
/ɛs/
verb:
- 1. Third person singular form of the verb 'ser' in Spanish, meaning 'to be'.
- Example: Ella es muy amable.
- 2. Used to indicate identity or characteristics.
- Example: Él es un médico reconocido.
- 3. Used to describe the time or date.
- Example: Es la una de la tarde.
- 4. Used in expressions to indicate location.
- Example: El libro es en la mesa.
- 5. Used in forming relational sentences.
- Example: La casa es de mis padres.
Etymology
●From Latin 'est', the third person singular of 'esse'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
es de esperar:
It is to be expected.
es un hecho:
It is a fact.
es posible:
It is possible.
Related Words
ser:
To be (infinitive form in Spanish).
está:
Third person singular form of 'estar' (to be) in Spanish.
Slang Meanings of es
Meaning: Expresses agreement or affirmation.
● Example Sentence: For sure, es!
Meaning: Used to signify something that is very obvious.
● Example Sentence: Duh, es claro!