Soy de Estados Unidos. - I'm from the United States.

When to use

This phrase is used to answer the question '¿De dónde es usted?' (Where are you from?). It's a direct and common response in introductions and conversations.

How it works

This uses the verb 'ser' (to be) in the first-person singular ('soy') to indicate origin. 'De' means 'from'.

Soy: I am (from ser)
de: from

Formality

This response is neutral and appropriate in all contexts, matching the formality of the question asked.

Gender agreement

The verb 'soy' is not affected by gender. The country name 'Estados Unidos' is masculine and plural.

Notes

Safe country-of-origin answer. Neutral everyday wording.

Sound & script

Voice