Spanish Phrase
Sí, están junto a los espejos.
Meaning
The speaker confirms that a group of objects (the subject implied) is located next to the mirrors. It’s a short, affirmative answer to a location question.
When to use
Use this sentence when someone asks whether certain items are positioned beside the mirrors, for example in a dressing room, a gallery, or a bathroom. It works for any plural subject that can be located.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Sí,estánjuntoalosespejos.
Sí (affirmation)
Used to confirm or agree with a previous statement or question.
están (estar, 3rd pl.)
Third‑person plural of estar, used for temporary states or locations.
junto a (preposition)
Means ‘next to’ or ‘beside’; it is followed by a noun phrase.
los espejos (definite article + noun)
Plural noun with the definite article, indicating specific mirrors.
🗨In Conversation
¿Los cuadros están junto a los espejos?
Are the paintings next to the mirrors?
Sí, están junto a los espejos.
Yes, they are next to the mirrors.
✕Common Mistakes
Sí, son junto a los espejos.
Use *estar* for location, not *ser*.
Sí, está junto a los espejos.
The subject is plural, so the verb must be *están*.
Sí, están junto a los espejo.
The noun must agree in number with the article.
↔Alternatives
Sí, se encuentran al lado de los espejos.
Yes, they are located beside the mirrors.
Sí, están al lado de los espejos.
Yes, they are next to the mirrors.
Claro, están junto a los espejos.
Sure, they are next to the mirrors.
Cultural Tip
In Spanish, both *junto a* and *al lado de* are common ways to express proximity. *Junto a* sounds slightly more formal, while *al lado de* is everyday speech. Remember to use *estar* (temporary location) rather than *ser* (essential identity) for places.