Why isn't "a" used to introduce people and pets with ser?

Gary D.C1Kwiziq community member

Why isn't "a" used to introduce people and pets with ser?

Asked 6 years ago
InmaNative Spanish expert teacher in Kwiziq

Hola Gary

Can you be more specific? What do you mean by using "a" here?

Inma

Gary D.C1Kwiziq community member

How do you say "These are Milo and Ted, my dogs"

Correct answer: Estos son Milo y Ted, mis perros.

Why isn't the correct answer Estos son a Milo y Ted, mis perros?

Why isn't the personal "a" used? Or is it just eliminated when used with ser?

Gary D. asked:

Why isn't "a" used to introduce people and pets with ser?

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