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    Er (en. To be)

    /ɛr/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Indicates the existence or identity of something.
    He is a doctor.
    Él es médico.
    Used to point out the characteristic of a person or thing.
    She is intelligent.
    Ella es inteligente.
    Used to describe states or conditions.
    We are tired.
    Estamos cansados.
    Used in phrases to express opinions.
    For me, that is fun.
    Para mí, eso es divertido.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'esse'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be of
    to belong to a group or category.
    ser de
    to be for
    to indicate purpose or aim.
    ser para
    to be like
    to compare similar characteristics.
    ser como

    Related Words

    to be
    verb that refers to essence or identity.
    ser
    to be (location)
    verb that indicates state or location.
    estar
    to exist
    verb that denotes the presence of something.
    existir

    Slang Meanings

    It is used to express confusion or doubt.
    What? Er... I don't understand.
    ¿Qué? Er... no entiendo.
    Expression of surprise or astonishment.
    Er! I can't believe what I saw.
    ¡Er! No puedo creer lo que vi.