La sala es perfecta para descansar.

to be

Breakdown of La sala es perfecta para descansar.

• para: for
• perfecto: perfect
• descansar: to rest

Questions & Answers about La sala es perfecta para descansar.

Why do we use es and not está in this sentence?

In Spanish, ser (conjugated here as es) is used to describe permanent or inherent qualities. Saying La sala es perfecta focuses on the room’s inherent suitability. If we said La sala está perfecta, it might sound more temporary, as if the room is in a good state or condition at that moment.

Why is it para descansar and not para descansar with an article or something else?

With the verb descansar, we don’t typically use an article before the infinitive. The structure para + infinitive directly indicates the purpose of doing something. So, para descansar simply means “for resting.”

Could we replace descansar with something else?

Yes. You could use synonyms like relajarse (to relax) or desconectar (to disconnect/unwind). For instance, La sala es perfecta para relajarse or La sala es perfecta para desconectar would also sound natural.

Is la sala the only term for a living room in Spain?

No. You can also hear el salón, especially for a larger living area, but la sala is quite common. The choice can depend on personal or regional preferences.