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estar mal

English translation of estar mal

being bad

The Spanish phrase 'estar mal' translates to 'being bad' in English. It is generally used to express a state of ill health, emotional trouble, or general discomfort in a person or a situation. Such as when one's well-being or circumstances are not good or have turned unfavorable. Please note that Spanish often requires a verb to be attached before 'estar mal' to form a complete and meaningful sentence. Therefore, it is significant in conveying someone's feeling or situation.


Example sentences using: estar mal

No me siento bien, creo que estoy mal.

English translation of No me siento bien, creo que estoy mal.

I don't feel well, I think I am unwell.

This phrase indicates that the speaker is not feeling well and suspects that their condition is poor.

Ella se siente mal después de comer.

English translation of Ella se siente mal después de comer.

She feels unwell after eating.

In this example, the speaker describes how a female subject feels poorly as a result of eating something.

Nosotros estamos mal por el clima.

English translation of Nosotros estamos mal por el clima.

We are unwell because of the weather.

This phrase expresses that a group of people feels poorly due to adverse weather conditions.

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