Grammar game
SER or ESTAR?
MediumEach sentence has a blank for the right form of 'to be'. Pick SER (identity, origin, profession, inherent qualities, time) or ESTAR (location, feelings, temporary states, actions in progress).
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How to play
- You're shown a Spanish sentence with a blank and an English translation โ decide whether it needs SER or ESTAR.
- Tap the option you think fits; the blank fills in and the sentence is read aloud.
- A short rule explains why SER or ESTAR is correct, so the difference sticks.
- Work through the round and aim for a flawless score, then play again to lock it in.
Spanish sentences you'll practice
Every sentence in this free Spanish game, with its English translation.
- Soy de Mรฉxico. I'm from Mexico.
- Estoy en casa. I am at home.
- Ella es profesora. She is a teacher.
- Estoy cansado. I am tired.
- Hoy es lunes. Today is Monday.
- La tienda estรก cerrada. The shop is closed.
- Somos amigos. We are friends.
- Estamos comiendo. We are eating.
- El cielo es azul. The sky is blue.
- Estamos contentos. We are happy.
Questions
Is this Spanish grammar game free?
Yes โ it plays in your browser with no sign-up. Sign in only if you want to save the sentences to your review deck and track your best score.
What's the difference between SER and ESTAR?
They're easy to mix up. Each question shows the rule after you answer, so across a round you'll see the main cases for both and build a feel for which to use.
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