Significado
Asking if something (e.g., a seat) is available or unoccupied.
Contexto cultural
In Spain, it is common to ask '¿Está libre?' even in very crowded bars. It is a necessary social ritual. In Mexico, people might add '¿Se puede?' (May one?) before asking if it's free to be extra polite. Argentines often use '¿Está ocupado?' (Is it occupied?) as the primary way to ask, which is equally correct.
Use a smile
Always smile when asking. It makes the request feel less like an interrogation.
Don't assume
Even if a seat looks empty, always ask. Someone might have just gone to the bathroom.
Significado
Asking if something (e.g., a seat) is available or unoccupied.
Use a smile
Always smile when asking. It makes the request feel less like an interrogation.
Don't assume
Even if a seat looks empty, always ask. Someone might have just gone to the bathroom.
Be polite
Adding 'Disculpe' (Excuse me) before the question makes you sound like a native speaker.
Teste-se
Select the correct verb.
____ libre este asiento?
We use 'estar' for temporary states.
Complete the sentence.
Disculpe, ¿está ____?
Libre is the correct term for availability.
Match the situation to the response.
Someone asks '¿Está libre?'. What do you say if it's taken?
This is the standard negative response.
Finish the dialogue.
A: ¿Está libre esta silla? B: ____
This is the most polite affirmative response.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exercicios____ libre este asiento?
We use 'estar' for temporary states.
Disculpe, ¿está ____?
Libre is the correct term for availability.
Someone asks '¿Está libre?'. What do you say if it's taken?
This is the standard negative response.
A: ¿Está libre esta silla? B: ____
This is the most polite affirmative response.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
6 perguntasYes, but it means 'Are you free to talk/meet?'.
No, it is considered very polite.
Just say 'Gracias' and look for another spot.
Yes, '¿Están libres?' for multiple seats.
It fits both formal and informal registers.
No, use '¿Cuánto cuesta?' for prices.
Frases relacionadas
¿Está ocupado?
contrastIs it occupied?
Con permiso
builds onExcuse me / With permission
Adelante
builds onGo ahead
