Ser vs. Estar — What's the Difference? 🤔 Both mean “to be”, but they’re used in different situations. Let’s make it simple: ✅ Use SER for: 🧬 Identity – Soy profesora. (I’m a teacher) 🕐 Time & Date – Son las 5. (It’s 5 o’clock) 🌎 Origin – Soy de Venezuela. (I’m from Venezuela) 🎭 Characteristics – Ella es amable. (She’s kind) 💍 Relationships / Ownership – Es mi hermano. (He’s my brother) 🔁 Think: Things that don’t change easily. ✅ Use ESTAR for: 📍 Location – Estoy en casa. (I’m at home) 🩺 Temporary conditions – Está enfermo. (He’s sick) 😄 Emotions / Feelings – Estamos felices. (We’re happy) 🕒 Temporary situations – La tienda está cerrada. (The store is closed) 🔁 Think: How you feel & where you are = always use estar! ✨ Want to practice with real examples and conversation? I’d love to help you become more confident with ser and estar — little by little, it gets easier!