What does "estar" mean in English?

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Spanish

estar

English

to be

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Examples of how to use "estar" in Spanish

Spanish
Siempre estoy feliz de verte.
English
I'm always happy to see you.
Spanish
Estoy muy contento hoy.
English
I'm very happy today.
Spanish
Ayer estuve en casa.
English
I was home yesterday.
Spanish
Cuando era niño, estaba enfermo a menudo.
English
When I was a child, I was often sick.
Spanish
Mañana estaré en la oficina.
English
I'll be in the office tomorrow.

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