Spanish phrase
¿Debe estar ~?
Meaning
Should ___ be?
When to use it
Asks whether something should be in a certain condition. Used to check or request confirmation about an item's state or placement, neutral polite tone suitable for advice.
Example dialogue
¿Debe estar la ventana abierta?
Should the window be open?
Sí, ábrela, por favor.
Yes, open it, please.