ROP: Lección de repaso - El verbo SER

A modern clothing store has many types of clothing on display.

Lección de repaso - The verb ser

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D.O.C.T.O.R. Review

For this lesson, we are going to review using the verb ser (to be). In doing so, you may want to revisit past lessons on ser to review the conjugation of this common verb. Also, do you remember the meaning of the abbreviation D.O.C.T.O.R. as it applies to the uses of ser?

  • Description
  • Occupation
  • Characteristics
  • Time
  • Origin
  • Relationship

For this lesson, we will be paying particular attention to D: description.

Using ser to Describe Clothing

In this module, we will once again review uses of the verb SER. We will use the verb SER to describe clothing items.

For example:

  • Los vaqueros de mi madre son cómodos.
    • My mom’s jeans are confortable.
  • Esta bolsa es cara.
    • This purse is expensive.

Video Lesson

A notebook and pen with ¡Toma apuntes! written on it.This video lesson will help you review ser.

Here is a short song to review verb SER conjugation, dance, and sing!

Remember, email your teacher if you have any questions after you complete a lesson. Your instructor is always available to help you and clarify any additional questions you may have before you move forward with your studies.

Video credit: CyberProfe

Noun-Adjective Agreement

So it’s clear we must use the verb SER for characteristics in this case, clothing items characteristics and let’s not forget the noun-adjective agreement rule you learned at the beginning of Spanish l.

Noun-Adjective Agreement with SER
Gender and Number Noun Form of SER Adjective
Feminine Singular La camiseta es pequeña
Feminine Plural Las comisetas son pequeñas
Masculine Singular El gorro es pequeño
Masculine Plural Los gorros son pequeños

Vocabulary Review

Review the descriptive adjectives provided in the vocabulary section at the beginning of the module and then complete the practice activity. The practice activity will help you review verb ser conjugation.

  • Mi vestido azul es apretado. - My blue dress is tight.
  • El pijama de mi hermana es grande. - My sister’s pajamas are big.
  • Los trajes de baños de mis primas son pequeños. - My cousin’s bathing suit are small.
  • La chaqueta de mi abuela es elegante. - My grandma’s coat is fancy.
  • Mis sandalias son cómodas. - My sandals are comfortable.
  • Tus deportivas son muy incómodas. - Your sneakers are uncomfortable.
  • La gorra gris es barata. - The grey cap is cheap.
  • Mi cartera es cara. - My wallet is expensive.
  • La falda amarilla es corta. - The yellow skirt is short.
  • Las camisas rojas son mis favoritas. - The red shirts are my favorites.
  • The following example will apply with all colors. We will use pink as an example.
    • ¿De qué color es la bufanda de tu hermana? - What color is your sister’s scarf?
    • La bufanda de mi hermana es rosada. - My sister’s scarf is pink.

A stick note with La actividad de práctica written on it.

Practice Activity

Let’s practice using the verb ser to describe.

Take time to practice. All practice activities have unlimited attempts. Practice as many times as you need. When you complete practice activities, you are reviewing the lessons and preparing yourself to move forward in the course!

Complete the following practice activity. Be sure you do not forget to use correct end punctuation, capitalization, accents, and all diacritical marks in your response or points will be deducted.

NOTE: You are required to use information from this course to complete all practice activities. Additionally, fill-in-the-blank activities can be very particular: if an item is marked incorrect, double check that it wasn't something as minor as an extra space or a capital letter in the wrong place!

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