Signification
To be completely annoyed, tired, or disgusted with something.
Contexte culturel
In Spain, people are very direct with their frustrations. Using 'estar harto' is a daily occurrence and isn't necessarily seen as being a 'negative person'. It's just part of the expressive communication style. In Mexico, you might hear 'ya me tiene hasta la madre', which is a much stronger, vulgar version of 'estar harto'. Use it with extreme caution! Argentines often use 'estar harto' in a psychological context, discussing their 'hastío' (ennui/boredom) with the political or economic situation. In these regions, 'harto' is frequently used as a synonym for 'mucho' (a lot). This can be confusing for learners who only know the 'fed up' meaning.
The 'De' Rule
Always remember the 'de'. It's the bridge between your feeling and the cause.
Gender Agreement
If you are a woman, you MUST say 'harta'. It's a common mistake for beginners to use the masculine by default.
Signification
To be completely annoyed, tired, or disgusted with something.
The 'De' Rule
Always remember the 'de'. It's the bridge between your feeling and the cause.
Gender Agreement
If you are a woman, you MUST say 'harta'. It's a common mistake for beginners to use the masculine by default.
Use 'Hartísimo'
To sound like a native, use the suffix '-ísimo' when you are really, really fed up. '¡Estoy hartísima!'
Teste-toi
Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'estar harto/a' and the preposition 'de'.
Mis hermanas (f.) ________ ________ ________ limpiar la casa todos los días.
We use 'están' for 'mis hermanas' (plural), 'hartas' for feminine plural agreement, and 'de' before the infinitive.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option:
Option C uses 'estar', the preposition 'de', and the article 'el' (de + el = del).
Match the person to the correct form of the phrase.
1. Yo (male) / 2. Tú (female) / 3. Nosotros
Adjectives must match the gender and number of the subject.
Complete the dialogue with a logical use of the phrase.
A: ¿Quieres ir al cine? B: No, ________ ________ ________ ver películas de acción. Siempre son iguales.
'Estoy harto de' is the most natural way to express that you've seen too many action movies and want something different.
Match the Spanish phrase with its English equivalent.
Match the following:
These are common idiomatic equivalents.
Complete the sentence using the subjunctive (B1 level).
Estoy harto de que mi perro ________ (ladrar) por la noche.
After 'estar harto de que', we use the subjunctive mood.
🎉 Score : /6
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
6 exercicesMis hermanas (f.) ________ ________ ________ limpiar la casa todos los días.
We use 'están' for 'mis hermanas' (plural), 'hartas' for feminine plural agreement, and 'de' before the infinitive.
Choose the correct option:
Option C uses 'estar', the preposition 'de', and the article 'el' (de + el = del).
1. Yo (male) / 2. Tú (female) / 3. Nosotros
Adjectives must match the gender and number of the subject.
A: ¿Quieres ir al cine? B: No, ________ ________ ________ ver películas de acción. Siempre son iguales.
'Estoy harto de' is the most natural way to express that you've seen too many action movies and want something different.
Associez chaque element a gauche avec son pair a droite :
These are common idiomatic equivalents.
Estoy harto de que mi perro ________ (ladrar) por la noche.
After 'estar harto de que', we use the subjunctive mood.
🎉 Score : /6
Questions fréquentes
6 questionsIn modern Spanish, it's rare. Use 'lleno' (full) or 'satisfecho' (satisfied) instead. Using 'harto' for food sounds old-fashioned or regional.
It's not a swear word, but it is strong. Use it with friends, but be careful using it with your boss or a stranger.
'Cansado' means you need a nap. 'Harto' means you need the situation to stop immediately.
Say 'Estoy harto de él'.
No, in Chile it often means 'a lot'. Context is key!
Yes! This means 'You (have me) fed up'. It's a very common way to blame someone for your frustration.
Expressions liées
Estar cansado de
similarTo be tired of
Estar hasta las narices
synonymTo be up to one's nostrils
No aguantar más
builds onTo not be able to bear anymore
Estar agotado
similarTo be exhausted
Basta ya
specialized formEnough already
