sería
/seɾia/from spelling rules
The phrase "it would be" in Spanish is sería.
sería is used to describe a hypothetical situation or a possible result in the future. In Spanish, the subject "it" is often omitted, allowing sería to stand alone to express this meaning.
What does it mean word for word?
sería is the conditional singular form of the verb ser, which means "to be".
Which one should you use?
Use sería when referring to defining characteristics or identities. Do not use estaría for these purposes, as estaría (from the verb estar) is used for describing states or locations.
How does it change in a sentence?
sería is the singular conditional form of the verb ser.
How do you pronounce it?
/seɾia/
Did you know?
- The word sería is a homonym for the Spanish word for 'seriousness' or 'solemnity'.
- Because sería is based on the verb ser, it shares a root with the English word 'series' via their common Latin ancestor.
- In Spanish, the word sería can be used as a way to express politeness when making a suggestion, rather than just stating a fact. Using it makes a request sound less like a command and more like a polite thought.
Examples in context
- Sabía que sería duro.I knew it would be hard.This sentence shows how to use sería to describe a hypothetical difficulty.Tatoeba #5638656 by arh, translation #5636637 by CK
- Sería mejor no beberlo.It would be better not to drink that.This sentence uses sería to suggest a better course of action.Tatoeba #6823744 by arh, translation #6823671 by CK
- Era claro que sería así.It was obvious that it would be this way.This sentence demonstrates using sería to describe an expected way of being.Tatoeba #2839112 by marcelostockle, translation #2897260 by megamanenm
- Sería un placer ayudarte.It would be a pleasure to help you.
- Sería genial si pudieras acompañarnos.It would be great if you could join us.
- Resultaría beneficioso para ambas partes.It would be beneficial for both parties.
- Resultaría oportuno posponer la reunión.It would be appropriate to postpone the meeting.
- Sería guay ir al cine esta noche.It would be cool to go to the cinema tonight.
- Sería genial si pudieras traerme un café.It would be awesome if you could bring me a coffee.
- Estaría bien ver una película de terror.It would be nice to watch a horror movie.
- Estaría genial ir de compras juntos.It would be great to go shopping together.
- Quedaría genial si pudieras llevarme al aeropuerto.It would be great if you could take me to the airport.
- Quedaría perfecto si pudiéramos vernos a las 8.It would be perfect if we could meet at 8.
- Sería fantástico volver a verte.It would be fantastic to see you again.
- Si me pudieras prestar tu bolígrafo, estaría muy agradecido.If you could lend me your pen, it would be much appreciated.
- Estaría bien tener unas vacaciones en la montaña.It would be nice to have a vacation in the mountains.
- Sería interesante aprender un nuevo idioma.It would be interesting to learn a new language.
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Example conversation
María and Daniel are discussing a potential travel plan.
- María¿Crees que sería divertido ir a la playa?Do you think it would be fun to go to the beach?
- DanielSí, sería una experiencia increíble.Yes, it would be an incredible experience.
- MaríaPero sería muy caro este mes.But it would be very expensive this month.
- DanielTienes razón, será mejor esperar.You're right, it will be better to wait.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
