creería
kre-eh-REE-ah
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Yo creería que es mejor salir temprano.
B1I would think that it's better to leave early.
Si me lo dijeras tú, lo creería sin dudar.
B1If you told me, I would believe it without doubting.
Cualquiera creería que son hermanos.
B2Anyone would think they are siblings.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Would' Form
This word is a specific form of the verb 'creer'. It describes what someone would believe or think if a certain condition were met.
Multiple Subjects
This exact word 'creería' can mean 'I would believe' (yo) or 'he/she/it would believe' (él/ella). You usually tell which one it is based on the rest of the conversation.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Will' and 'Would'
Mistake: "Using 'creería' to say 'I will believe'."
Correction: Say 'creeré' for 'I will believe'. Use 'creería' only for 'would' situations.
⭐ Usage Tips
Sound More Polite
If you want to give an opinion without sounding too bossy, use 'creería' instead of 'creo' (I think). It makes you sound more humble and open to other ideas.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: creería
Question 1 of 2
If you want to say 'I would believe it if I saw it,' which word do you use for 'would believe'?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'creería' and 'creía'?
'Creería' means 'would believe' (hypothetical), while 'creía' means 'used to believe' or 'was believing' (describing the past).
Is it 'creería' or 'creyera'?
'Creería' is used to say what *would* happen, whereas 'creyera' is a special form used after words like 'if' or 'hopefully' (e.g., 'si yo creyera...').