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    Estan (en. Are)

    [es'tan]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Indicates the existence or state of something or someone.
    The books are on the table.
    Los libros están en la mesa.
    Used to express location.
    They are at the beach.
    Ellos están en la playa.
    Used to describe temporary states or conditions.
    They are tired after the trip.
    Están cansados después del viaje.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'stare' which means 'to be, to remain.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Where are they?
    A question about the location of people or things.
    ¿Dónde están?
    They agree
    Indicates that several people share the same opinion.
    Están de acuerdo
    They are in trouble
    Refers to someone facing difficulties.
    Están en problemas

    Related Words

    to be
    Verb that indicates state or place.
    estar
    I was
    Form of the verb 'to be' in the first-person singular in the past tense.
    estuve
    will be
    Form of the verb 'to be' in the third-person singular in the future tense.
    estará

    Slang Meanings

    They are partying
    Means they are celebrating or having a party.
    Significa que están de fiesta o celebrando.
    They are available
    It is used to refer to being available or unoccupied.
    Se usa para referirse a que están disponibles o sin ocupaciones.