Estás a gostar
Are you enjoying
Language note: Common phrase to ask if someone likes something.
Culture note: Used to show interest in the other person’s experience, which is courteous in social interactions.
Context: With introductions out of the way, check if they're enjoying themselves.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Estás
[esh-tahsh]
You are
Second person singular form of 'be', used to describe something temporary or ongoing.
Estás a gostar da música?
Are you enjoying the music?
a
[uh]
to
Used here as part of a verbal structure indicating an ongoing action.
Estás a ouvir algo?
Are you listening to something?
gostar
[goos-tahr]
like
Verb used to express ongoing enjoyment or approval.
Estás a gostar da festa?
Are you enjoying the party?
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