Signification
Stating one's age.
Contexte culturel
In Spain, bureaucracy is highly formal. Using 'Mi edad es de...' is expected in any government office. Mexicans value politeness. In formal settings, this phrase is used to show respect for the institution. Argentines often use very formal language in legal settings to contrast with their casual daily speech. In Colombia, official documents are treated with high importance, making this phrase very common in administrative tasks.
The 'de' rule
Always remember the 'de' after 'es'. It is the most common mistake for learners.
Don't be a robot
Only use this in formal writing. Using it in conversation will make you sound very strange.
Signification
Stating one's age.
The 'de' rule
Always remember the 'de' after 'es'. It is the most common mistake for learners.
Don't be a robot
Only use this in formal writing. Using it in conversation will make you sound very strange.
Teste-toi
Complete the formal sentence.
Para el registro, mi edad ___ ___ 25 años.
The phrase requires 'es de' to indicate the measurement.
Which sentence is appropriate for a formal document?
Select the best option:
The other options are either informal or grammatically incorrect.
Complete the dialogue.
Oficial: '¿Cuál es su edad?' - Usted: '___ ___ ___ 30 años.'
This is the correct formal response to an official question.
🎉 Score : /3
Aides visuelles
Banque d exercices
3 exercicesPara el registro, mi edad ___ ___ 25 años.
The phrase requires 'es de' to indicate the measurement.
Select the best option:
The other options are either informal or grammatically incorrect.
Oficial: '¿Cuál es su edad?' - Usted: '___ ___ ___ 30 años.'
This is the correct formal response to an official question.
🎉 Score : /3
Questions fréquentes
3 questionsOnly if you are writing a formal report or an official document. Otherwise, use 'Tengo'.
'Es' defines a state, while 'tengo' defines a possession. Formal Spanish prefers the state for data.
Yes, it is standard in formal administrative Spanish globally.
Expressions liées
Tener años
synonymTo have years (age).
Cumplir años
builds onTo turn a year older.
Ser mayor de edad
specialized formTo be of legal age.
Edad avanzada
similarAdvanced age.
