cambiaría
kam-byah-REE-ah
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Yo no cambiaría nada de mi pasado.
B1I wouldn't change anything about my past.
¿Cambiaría usted este billete por monedas?
B1Would you (formal) change this bill for coins?
Ella cambiaría de opinión si supiera la verdad.
B1She would change her mind if she knew the truth.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Would' Tense
This word uses the 'conditional' form. It works just like 'would' in English to talk about what you might do if things were different.
One word, many people
'Cambiaría' can mean 'I would change' OR 'he/she would change.' The sentence usually makes it clear who you are talking about.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't confuse with future
Mistake: "Using 'cambiaría' for something that WILL definitely happen."
Correction: Use 'cambiaré' for things that will happen, and 'cambiaría' only for things that are imaginary or unsure.
⭐ Usage Tips
Being Polite
You can use this form to sound softer. Instead of saying 'Change this,' you can ask 'Would you change this?' (¿Cambiaría esto?) to be extra polite.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: cambiaría
Question 1 of 1
How do you say 'I would change the car'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'cambiaría' mean 'I' or 'He'?
It can mean both! You'll know which one it is based on the context of the conversation or if the speaker adds 'Yo' (I) or 'Él/Ella' (He/She).