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The key rules of this unit in two minutes. Tap the speaker to hear each example.
Giving your opinion
Creo que, pienso que and me parece que introduce an opinion. Then the sentence just continues normally.
- Creo que es una buena idea.I think it’s a good idea.
- Me parece muy caro.I find it very expensive.
Estar for feelings
Moods change, so they use estar: estoy cansada, estoy enfadado. The adjective matches the person.
- Estoy preocupada.I’m worried. (woman)
- ¿Por qué estás enfadado?Why are you angry?
Advice with deberías
Deberías + infinitive is a friendly “you should”. Tienes que is stronger: “you have to”.
- Deberías descansar.You should rest.
- Tienes que hablar con él.You have to talk to him.