Present continuous Flashcards
1
Q
What does the present continuous mean?
A
Equivalent to the English for ‘I am doing something’
2
Q
How do you form the present continuous?
A
Correct form of estar + a + infinitive (for European Portuguese)
Eu estou a corrigir estes exercícios = I am correcting these exercises
3
Q
What is the difference between ser and estar?
A
Ser is used for innate situations (You are deaf)
Estar is used for temporary facts (I am sad)
