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• The verb ser means to be, it is an irregular verb.
• May be used to identify characteristics.

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• LEAF Spanish Grammar: The Verb [SER] – Basics

60-Second Spanish Grammar Lesson

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The verb SER means to BE. (I am, you are, he/she is … )

The verb SER is used to describe physical descriptions and personality traits.

Mi amiga ES alta y inteligente.
My friend (fem.) is tall and intelligent.

Mis hermanos SON muy gordos.
My brothers are very fat.

Nosotros SOMOS muy bajos.
We are very short.

Tú ERES muy alto para tu familia.
You (familiar) are very tall for your family.

Yo SOY alto y atlético.
I am tall and athletic.

Vosotros SOIS muy trabajadores y atentos.
Y’all are very hard-working and attentive

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• LEAF Spanish Verb Conjugation Chart: The Verb [SER]
• LEAF 60-Second Spanish Grammar Lesson Index

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• YouTube/MrLearnSpanish: Personal Descriptions (Children)
• YouTube/MrLearnSpanish: Spanish Verb SER

Quizlet Activity – The Verb [SER] – Personal Descriptions – Examples

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