Meaning
To feel at ease and relaxed in a situation.
Cultural Background
The 'sobremesa' is the peak time for being 'a gusto'. It's the hour after lunch spent talking, where no one feels rushed to leave. In Mexico, 'estar a gusto' can be used to describe a relaxed, laid-back lifestyle. It's often associated with 'convivencia' with family. While 'cómodo' is very common, 'estar a gusto' is used to show a deeper emotional connection to a group or a place. Colombians might use 'amañado', but 'estar a gusto' is the standard way to express being happy in a new job or city.
The 'Gusto' Rule
Never say 'a gusta'. Even if you are a woman, it is always 'a gusto'. It's a fixed phrase!
Hospitality
If you are a guest, saying 'Estamos muy a gusto' is the best compliment you can give your host.
Meaning
To feel at ease and relaxed in a situation.
The 'Gusto' Rule
Never say 'a gusta'. Even if you are a woman, it is always 'a gusto'. It's a fixed phrase!
Hospitality
If you are a guest, saying 'Estamos muy a gusto' is the best compliment you can give your host.
Estar vs Ser
Always use 'estar'. Using 'ser' makes it sound like you are 'made of taste', which makes no sense.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
En mi nueva casa me siento muy ____.
The phrase is always 'a gusto', regardless of the subject.
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
Choose the correct option:
We use 'estar' for states and 'a gusto' never changes for gender or number.
Complete the dialogue.
Juan: ¿Quieres irte ya de la fiesta? Maria: No, espera. ____ (I am very comfortable) aquí.
Maria is expressing her current state of comfort in a social setting.
Match the phrase to the situation.
You just told your boss what you really think about the project and you feel relieved.
'Quedarse a gusto' is used for the feeling of relief after doing or saying something.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
When to use 'Estar a Gusto'
Social
- • With friends
- • At a party
- • With family
Physical
- • On the sofa
- • In bed
- • In a warm room
Practice Bank
4 exercisesEn mi nueva casa me siento muy ____.
The phrase is always 'a gusto', regardless of the subject.
Choose the correct option:
We use 'estar' for states and 'a gusto' never changes for gender or number.
Juan: ¿Quieres irte ya de la fiesta? Maria: No, espera. ____ (I am very comfortable) aquí.
Maria is expressing her current state of comfort in a social setting.
You just told your boss what you really think about the project and you feel relieved.
'Quedarse a gusto' is used for the feeling of relief after doing or saying something.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsIt's neutral. You can use it with friends or in a professional meeting to describe a good atmosphere.
Yes, but 'cómodo' is more common for objects. Use 'estar a gusto' to describe how *you* feel in the chair.
They are almost identical. 'Sentirse' emphasizes the internal emotion slightly more.
It is always two words: 'a gusto'. Writing it as one word is a common spelling error.
Related Phrases
estar cómodo
similarTo be physically comfortable.
sentirse como en casa
synonymTo feel at home.
quedarse a gusto
builds onTo feel relieved after doing something.
darse el gusto
relatedTo treat oneself.
