Spanish Phrase
Tu mesa está reservada.
Meaning
The sentence tells a guest that the table they are looking for has already been set aside for them. It uses the verb estar with a past participle to indicate a temporary condition, which is the standard way to express a reservation in Spanish.
When to use
Use this phrase when a host or waiter confirms a reservation at a restaurant, café, or any venue with seating. It works in informal settings (using "tu"); switch to "Su" for a more formal or polite tone.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Tumesaestáreservada
Possessive adjective (tu)
"Tu" is the informal singular possessive adjective meaning "your"; it does not take an accent.
Noun gender (mesa)
"Mesa" is a feminine noun, so any adjective that modifies it must be in the feminine form.
Estar + past participle
"Estar" is used with past participles to describe a temporary state; here it tells the listener that the table is currently reserved.
Agreement (reservada)
The past participle "reservado" must agree with the feminine noun "mesa", becoming "reservada".
🗨In Conversation
¿Mi mesa?
Is my table ready?
Tu mesa está reservada.
Your table is reserved.
✕Common Mistakes
Tu mesa es reservada.
Use "está" (temporary state) instead of "es" (permanent characteristic).
Tu mesa está reservado.
The adjective must agree with the feminine noun "mesa"; use "reservada".
Tu mesa está reservada, señor.
In formal contexts, replace "tu" with "su" to show respect.
↔Alternatives
Su mesa está reservada.
Your table is reserved. (formal)
La mesa que pidió está lista.
The table you requested is ready.
Ya tenemos su mesa preparada.
We already have your table prepared.
Cultural Tip
In most Spanish‑speaking countries, confirming a reservation with "está reservada" is considered courteous and professional. Remember that "tu" is informal; if you are speaking to a stranger, an older person, or in a formal restaurant, use "su" instead. Also, the accent on "está" is essential – without it the meaning changes to the verb "ser" (to be).