Grammar Review: ser vs. estar / por vs. para

A Review of "ser" and "estar"

Both verbs mean "to be." We have learned about these verbs from the start of Spanish, but it is important to review our uses of these two verbs. Spanish learners frequently mix up the two verbs.

First, let's review how we conjugate ser and estar.

View the presentation below reviewing "ser" and " estar." Take notes as you view the material as you will be responsible for the content. Be sure your speakers are turned up!

Learn How to Use the Verb "Ser" Using the Acronym DOCTOR

Please watch the video below on the verb "ser."

Learn How to Use the Verb "Estar" Using the Acronym PLACE

View the video below on the verb "estar."

Reference the following image to review when to use the verb "ser" and "estar".

Should I Use Ser or Estar? chart. For Ser, use the acronym DOCTOR. Use ser if dealing with Date, Occupation, Characteristics, Time, Origin, and Relationship. For Estar, use the acronym PLACE. Use estar if dealing with Position, Location, Action, Condition, and Emotion.

Ser vs Estar Review Activities

Please complete the following activity.

Activity One

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Activity Two

A Review of Por vs Para

Por vs Para. Use por with prepositions such as for, in, along, around, through, out of, on behalf of, and because. Use para with prepositions such as in order to, and for.

Watch the video below for an audio tutorial on when to use POR and PARA. Pause the videos and repeat the sentences as you listen to help with your own pronunciation. For additional study, view the presentation and take notes as you view the material as you will be responsible for the content.

Por vs Para Review Activities

Practice what you learned in the video. Complete the activity below.

Activity One

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Activity Two

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