| Use ser for… Identification and description of people or things:Nationality, occupation, ideology, and origin: Danilo é chileno, professor e católico.Danilo is Chilean, a professor, and Catholic.
Material and possession: ser + de: Este vaso é de cerâmica e é da Gabriela.This vase is made out of ceramic and is Gabriela’s.Family and relationships: Angélica e Carlos são colegas.Angelica and Carlos are colleagues.
Personality and physical descriptions of people or things: Flávia é simpática, baixa e magra.Flavia is friendly, short, and thin.A casa de Flávia é grande.
Permanent location (for places):Auxiliary verb in passive voice (focus on the action): O livro foi escrito por Marta Medeiros.The book was written by Marta Medeiros.
 | Use estar for… Feelings, physical states, and conditions:Temporary location (for people and objects): Meu irmão está no restaurante.My brother is at the restaurant.Os pratos estão no armário.The plates are in the cupboard.
Auxiliary verb in passive voice (focus on the final result): As inscrições para o concurso estão encerradas.The entries for the contest are closed.
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