Sentenses With De After An Adjective Flashcards
De is used to explain the reason or cause of an emotion, feeling, or state described by the adjective.
I’m happy to see you.
‘De’ is used to explain the reason or cause of an emotion, feeling, or state described by the adjective.
Estoy feliz de verte.
Provide an example of ‘de’ used to express happiness.
I am happy to see you.
Estoy feliz de verte.
Provide an example of ‘de’ used to express tiredness.
I am tired of working so much.
Estoy cansado de trabajar tanto.
Provide an example of ‘de’ used to express pride.
They are proud of their son.
Ellos están orgullosos de su hijo.
To Specify the Subject of the Adjective
De” introduces the subject or thing the adjective is describing.
It’s typical of him to arrive late.)
Es típico de él llegar tarde.
It’s difficult to understand.
Es difícil de entender.
Es fácil de usar. – It’s easy to use.
Es imposible de explicar. – It’s impossible to explain.
Es interesante de leer. – It’s interesting to read.
when describing a thing or action (like la lección es difícil de entender), the “de” tends to show up
She is incapable of lying.
Ella es incapaz de mentir.
To Compare or Limit
“De” is used after adjectives to compare or limit the scope of the description.
A movie worth watching.
Una película digna de ver.
A place full of tourists.
Un lugar lleno de turistas.
A book easy to read.
Un libro fácil de leer.
- To Indicate Quantity or Degree
In some expressions, “de” follows an adjective to provide additional information about quantity or degree.
I am sure of that.
Estoy seguro de eso.
Conjugate, to consent, to indulge
I am aware of the risks.
Yo consiento
Tú consientes
Él/Ella/Usted consiente
Nosotros consentimos (no stem change)
Ellos/Ellas/Ustedes consienten
Estoy consciente de los riesgos.
In Idiomatic Expressions
Certain adjectives require “de” in fixed expressions.
It’s time to leave. (It is the hour to go ourselves)
Es hora de irnos.
I’m fed up with this situation.
Estoy harto de esta situación.
It’s easy to explain.
Es fácil de explicar.
Key Points to Remember
• “De” is necessary when the adjective needs to connect with a noun, phrase, or infinitive verb.
• Its usage depends on the adjective and the context of the sentence.
This book is easy to read.
It’s easy to read this book.
Este libro es fácil de leer.
Why “de”?
Because you’re describing the book, and “leer” is the action
Es fácil leer este libro.
Why no “de”?
Because you’re describing the action itself, not the book.
Quick Formula for “De”:
• Use “de” when you’re describing origin, possession, material, or cause, or when a verb requires it.
• If you can substitute “of,” “from,” or “about” in English, chances are “de” is correct.
Quick Formula for “De”:
• Use “de” when you’re describing origin, possession, material, or cause, or when a verb requires it.
• If you can substitute “of,” “from,” or “about” in English, chances are “de” is correct.
