Spanish Phrase
Estoy enfadado/enfadada
Meaning
This phrase is the standard way to express that you are feeling angry or upset. It uses the verb 'estar' to indicate a temporary emotional state rather than a permanent personality trait. The adjective ending must match the gender of the person speaking.
When to use
Use this phrase when someone has upset you or a situation has made you mad. It is appropriate for most social contexts, from talking to friends to discussing feelings with a partner.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Estoyenfadadoenfadada
Estar
The verb 'estar' is used for temporary states, feelings, and locations.
Gender Agreement
Adjectives ending in -o change to -a when the person speaking is female.
🗨In Conversation
¿Por qué no me hablas?
Why aren't you talking to me?
Porque estoy enfadado contigo.
Because I am angry with you.
✕Common Mistakes
Soy enfadado
Use 'estar' for temporary emotions, not 'ser'.
Estoy enfadado
If the speaker is female, the ending must be 'enfadada'.
↔Alternatives
Estoy enojado/a
I am angry (common in Latin America)
Estoy molesto/a
I am annoyed
Cultural Tip
In Spain, 'enfadado' is the most common term for being angry, whereas 'enojado' is preferred across most of Latin America. In informal settings in Spain, you might hear 'estoy cabreado', but it is considered quite vulgar in some regions.