2. The passive voice is formed from ser + past
participle of the verb. Por translates the
English ‘by’ except after verbs for feeling
when de is used:-
Examples: Los alumnos fueron
acusados por el profesor, the pupils were
accused (at a specific moment – preterite) by
their teacher.
La profesora era temida de sus
alumnos, the teacher was feared (over a
non-specific period of time – imperfect) by
her pupils.
3. PASSIVE VOICE
ACTIVE
My mom send a
package.
The teacher gave her
a pencil
He sells books.
PASSIVE
A package is sent by
her.
A pencil was given.
Some books are sold.
