Significado
To feel sorrow or unhappiness.
Contexto cultural
In Mexico, people often use 'triste' to describe situations, not just people. 'Es una situación triste' (It's a sad situation). Spaniards might use 'estar de bajón' as a very common informal alternative to 'estoy triste'. Argentines might use 'estar bajoneado' to express a similar feeling of sadness or low energy. Colombians are generally very expressive; 'estoy triste' is often followed by a reason to invite empathy.
The Ser/Estar Rule
Always remember: Emotions are temporary, so use 'estar'.
Significado
To feel sorrow or unhappiness.
The Ser/Estar Rule
Always remember: Emotions are temporary, so use 'estar'.
Teste-se
Fill in the blank with the correct verb.
Hoy ______ triste.
Use 'estar' for temporary emotions.
Which sentence is correct?
Choose the correct option.
Correct use of 'estar' for a temporary state.
Complete the dialogue.
A: ¿Cómo te sientes? B: ______.
The most natural response to 'How do you feel?'.
🎉 Pontuação: /3
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
3 exerciciosHoy ______ triste.
Use 'estar' for temporary emotions.
Choose the correct option.
Correct use of 'estar' for a temporary state.
A: ¿Cómo te sientes? B: ______.
The most natural response to 'How do you feel?'.
🎉 Pontuação: /3
Perguntas frequentes
2 perguntasYes, you can say 'Mi perro está triste'.
It is neutral. It doesn't change.
Frases relacionadas
Estar deprimido
similarTo be depressed
Sentirse mal
similarTo feel bad
