Ya está
Example: Ya está listo el almuerzo para todos nosotros.
Definition
"Ya está" is a Spanish expression used to indicate that something is finished, ready, or completed. It conveys a sense of finality or confirmation, often meaning 'it's done' or 'it's ready,' as in the example phrase where the lunch is ready for everyone.
Etymology
The phrase "ya está" comes from the Spanish words 'ya,' meaning 'already,' and 'está,' the third person singular form of the verb 'estar,' meaning 'to be.' Together, they literally mean 'already is,' used to express completion or readiness. Did you know? This phrase is commonly used in everyday Spanish to quickly confirm that something has been accomplished.
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"Ya está" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A1) - parte 1", containing 112 commonly used expressions.
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