No. 347 in Spanish
esté
"Esté" is the present subjunctive form of the verb "estar," meaning "to be."
In a sentence
Espero que esté bien de salud.
I hope that they are in good health.
In this sentence, 'esté' is the subjunctive form of the verb 'estar', used here because the sentence expresses a desire or wish regarding someone's health.
Es importante que el informe esté terminado a tiempo.
It's important that the report is finished on time.
Here, 'esté' is in the subjunctive mood, reflecting the necessity for the report to be in a certain state (finished) as part of an expressed importance.
Dudo que él esté en casa ahora.
I doubt that he is at home now.
In this case, 'esté' is used in a situation of doubt, which triggers the subjunctive mood.
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