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In which case would I use the verb SER and in which case would i use the verb ESTAR when talking about someone's profession?

The verb ESTAR is used when the job is considered temporary or relatively unimportant to the person undertaking it.-Mi prima va a estar de camarera en un restaurante todo el verano.-My cousin will work as...

Answered by Adele S. • Spanish tutor

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How can I distinguish when to use the verbs "ser" or "estar"?

Both these verbs are translates as "to be", however they are used in different circumstances.

the verb "ser" is used to express permanent states of being, such as char...

Answered by Hannah C. • Spanish tutor

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How do you form the imperfect subjunctive?

Take the 3rd plural form (the "they" form) of a verb in the preterite tense. Take off the "ron" from the end of the verb, then add the relevant subjenctive ending, either:ra (I), ras (...

Answered by Isabella S. • Spanish tutor

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What are the general accent rules in Spanish?

Words ending in a vowel, ‘n’ or ‘s’ are stressed on the penultimate syllable.Words ending in a consonant (not ending in ‘n’ or ‘s’) are stressed on the last syllable.Words that break these two rules have ...

Answered by Simon C. • Spanish tutor

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How should I prepare myself for my GCSE/A Level Oral Exam?

The best long-term advice I can give is that you have got to practice speaking the language as much as possible. Try to organise weekly sessions with teachers/language assistants/online tutors to get used...

Answered by Simon C. • Spanish tutor

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