Using the wrong past tense

You use 'significaba' (Imperfect tense) to describe an ongoing state or meaning in the past, or something that happened repeatedly. Think of it as 'it used to mean' or 'it was meaning.'

Imperfect Tense Usage

Use 'significaba' (Imperfect) for descriptions or background. Use 'significó' (Preterite) only if the meaning *changed* or *began/ended* at a specific moment.

Imperfect vs. Preterite

If you are describing a state, feeling, or definition that existed for a long time in the past, 'significaba' is almost always the correct choice.

Focus on Description

Extremely common, used whenever describing the past meaning or implication of something.

Learn the meaning and correct usage of the Spanish verb form 'significaba' (Imperfect tense of significar), translating to 'meant' or 'was signifying.' Includes conjugations, examples, and tips on past tense choice.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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