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How do you say "im sad" in Spanish?

Estoy triste

Phrase Noun

In Spanish, "im sad" is Estoy triste.

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Pronunciation

Say 'Estoy triste' by keeping the vowels short and pure, tap the single r lightly with the tip of your tongue, and remember stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable.

Grammar notes

Estoy triste is a phrase used the same way as its English equivalent.

Example sentence

im sad

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How to remember Estoy triste

Tie 'Estoy triste' to a specific memory of im sad happening to you, so the phrase and the moment become one.

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Questions about Estoy triste

How do you pronounce Estoy triste?

Say 'Estoy triste' by keeping the vowels short and pure, tap the single r lightly with the tip of your tongue, and remember stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable.

Is Estoy triste formal or casual?

Estoy triste is a neutral, everyday word that works in both casual and polite speech.

How is Estoy triste used in Spanish?

Estoy triste is used the same way as the equivalent English phrase. For example: (im sad).

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