Ser vs. Estar in the Conditional

The conditional tense, where 'serían' lives, is used to talk about possibilities, wishes, or actions that depend on a condition (often introduced by 'si' or 'if'). It translates directly to 'would be'.

The 'Would' Tense (Conditional)

You can use 'serían' to express conjecture about something that happened in the past, often translating to 'must have been' or 'probably was'. Example: 'Serían las tres cuando llegaron' (It must have been three when they arrived).

Guessing in the Past

While 'serían' is plural, the conditional tense overall is key for politeness. Saying 'Would you be so kind...' often uses the conditional form.

Polite Requests

Extremely common, used whenever expressing a hypothetical situation or a polite conjecture about the past.

Learn the meaning and proper use of 'serían' (they/you would be), the third-person plural conditional form of the crucial Spanish verb 'ser'. Includes full conjugations and simple grammar explanations.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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