estuvieras
“estuvieras” means “you were” in Spanish (hypothetical or desired condition).
you were
Also: if you were, you might be
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Quería que estuvieras más tranquilo en la reunión.
B1I wanted you to be calmer during the meeting.
Si tú estuvieras en mi lugar, ¿qué harías?
B2If you were in my place, what would you do?
Me alegré de que no estuvieras solo.
B1I was glad that you weren't alone.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Which English sentence correctly uses the meaning conveyed by 'estuvieras'?
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The verb 'estar' comes from the Latin verb *stare*, meaning 'to stand' or 'to be standing.' Over time, it developed the specialized meaning of 'to be' in terms of location and temporary states, differentiating itself from *ser*.
First recorded: Old Spanish (around 10th-12th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'estuvieras' sound like a past tense, but is used for present hypothetical situations?
That's a great observation! The Imperfect Subjunctive ('estuvieras') looks like a past tense, but its job is to talk about things that are unreal or contrary to fact in the *present* moment, or wishes about the *past*. Think of it as the 'hypothetical past' form, which is used to set up conditions for the present or future.