Meaning
La expresión «How was the» en inglés se utiliza para preguntar acerca de la calidad o experiencia de algo que ya ha sucedido. Por ejemplo, se puede usar para preguntar sobre un evento, una actividad o una situación que ocurrió anteriormente. La estructura se completa con un sustantivo que indique de qué se está hablando, como en «How was the movie?» (¿Cómo estuvo la película?).
Esta pregunta se formula para obtener la opinión o impresión de alguien sobre algo específico. Es común utilizarla para iniciar una conversación sobre el tema en cuestión y conocer más detalles sobre la experiencia de la otra persona.
Por ejemplo, si un amigo asistió a una fiesta, podrías preguntar: «How was the party?» (¿Cómo estuvo la fiesta?) para saber si se divirtió o qué le pareció el evento. Es una manera sencilla y efectiva de mostrar interés en la experiencia de otros.
Today's Sentences
- How was the zoo?
- How was the library?
- How was the museum?
- How was the aquarium?
- How was the race track?
- Writer's Note
01
How was the zoo?
Situation 1
You’re back already?
How was the zoo?
¿Cómo estuvo el zoológico?
It was really fun.
Whoever said the zoo was for kids?
¿Quién dijo que el zoológico es solo para niños?
Which exotic animals are being exhibited this year?
We saw some Fennec Foxes, Kinkajous, and Flying Lemurs.
Situation 2
What did you do today?
We decided to spend the day at the zoo.
Really?
That sounds nice.
Eso suena bien.
They had all sorts of animals, even endangered ones that were thriving in wildlife. Although, I wonder if the animals are really happy there.
02
How was the library?
Situation 1
How was the library?
I bumped into an old friend.
A friend from school?
Yea, we were in a few classes together in high school.
It was nice to see him after all this time.
Fue agradable verlo después de todo este tiempo.
Situation 2
Did you go to class?
I did and then I had to go borrow a book.
Oh, how was the library?
Did you find everything you needed?
¿Encontraste todo lo que necesitabas?
I couldn’t find what I was looking for, unfortunately.
03
How was the museum?
Situation 1
What did you do today?
I went to the museum with some friends.
Which one?
How was the museum?
¿Cómo estuvo el museo?
We went to the Royal Gallery Museum.
It was inspiring to be around all the art and history.
Fue inspirador estar rodeados de todo el arte y la historia.
Situation 2
How was the museum?
I learned a lot.
The exhibits were all very interesting and sparked a flame in me.
Las exhibiciones fueron muy interesantes y encendieron una chispa en mí.
Did you have a guide or did you walk through on your own?
We had a docent-led tour for part of the visit.
But we finished the rest on our own.
Pero terminamos el resto por nuestra cuenta.
04
How was the aquarium?
Situation 1
How was the aquarium?
It was really fun and relaxing.
Did you know that experts say that watching fish in an aquarium helps lower blood pressure?
It’s the first time I heard that.
I should visit the aquarium whenever I’m angry.
Debería visitar el acuario cada vez que estoy enojado.
Situation 2
What did you do on your day off?
I visited SeaWorld with my family.
Did you have fun?
How was the aquarium?
¿Cómo estuvo el acuario?
I had an amazing time.
My favorite was the Orca Show, the penguins, and the aquarium was so magical.
Mi favorito fue el "Orca Show", los pingüinos y el acuario fue tan mágico.
05
How was the race track?
Situation 1
How was the race track?
It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
It was actually on my bucket list.
De hecho, estaba en mi lista de deseos.
What did you like about it?
What’s not to love?
The smell of hot engines, the world’s best drivers at incredible speeds.
Exhilarating!
El olor de los motores calientes, los mejores conductores del mundo a velocidades increíbles.
¡Emocionante!
Situation 2
Didn’t you say you were going to see the race on the weekend?
We did!
It was entertaining and captivating.
Fue entretenido y cautivador.
I heard it was one of the highest turnouts to date.
The large crowds and powerful vehicles made it one of the best events of the year.
Writer's Note
Since this post is about "How was the" + noun, I'd like to explore what a noun really is. What are some nouns that you can think of? Here is a list of some nouns that may be helpful to you.
A common noun refers to a generic item, group or place. But is not the name of a particular person, place, or thing.
Sentences (type of noun):
- I bought a bag yesterday. (object)
- The teachers are going on strike. (group)
- These sweaters are extremely soft. (items)
- It looks like this clock needs new batteries. (items)
- The airport is under major construction. (place)
- The animals in the area are being affected by the virus. (group)
A proper noun is the name of a particular person, place, or thing; it usually begins with a capital letter.
Sentences (type of noun):
- I can't wait for my trip to Machu Picchu. (specific place)
- Is this cashmere sweater, Brunello Cucinelli? (specific brand)
- Let me introduce you to my friend, Katherine. (specific person)
- What are the negative effects of the Industrial Revolution? (historical importance)
- Barack Obama, was the first African American, multiracial president of the United States. (specific person)
'That is what learning is. You suddenly understand something you've understood all your life, but in a new way.' -Doris Lessing
