Confusing 'Go' and 'Be'

This is the 'nosotros' (we) form of the Imperfect Subjunctive for 'ir' (to go). It is essential for making hypothetical statements about actions or movement.

The Hypothetical 'We'

When you start a hypothetical sentence with 'Si' (If), you often need to use 'fuéramos' for the 'we' form, followed by the Conditional tense in the second part of the sentence (e.g., 'If we went, we would see...').

Use with 'Si' (If)

This form is often triggered by expressions of emotion or desire in the past, such as 'Me alegró que fuéramos...' (It made me happy that we went...).

The Subjunctive Trigger

A very common form used to discuss hypothetical or wished-for movement in the past or present.

Mixing up Past Tenses

This form, identical to the one from 'ir' (to go), is the 'nosotros' (we) form of the past subjunctive for 'ser' (to be). It discusses what we might be, hypothetically.

The Identity Crisis

Even in the subjunctive, 'ser' is used for permanent qualities, identities, and characteristics (e.g., 'If we were doctors'), while 'estar' is used for temporary states or location.

Ser vs. Estar Rule Still Applies

Since 'fuéramos' means both 'if we went' and 'if we were', look at the rest of the sentence. If it involves location or movement, it's 'ir'; if it involves identity or defining characteristics, it's 'ser'.

Context is Key

A very common form used to discuss hypothetical or wished-for states of being or characteristics.

Comprehensive guide to 'fuéramos,' the 'nosotros' imperfect subjunctive form of both 'ir' (if we went) and 'ser' (if we were). Includes usage, examples, and simple grammar tips.

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