parecería
“parecería” means “it would seem” in Spanish (Expressing a soft opinion or a hypothetical situation.).
it would seem
Also: it would look like
📝 In Action
Parecería que no hay nadie en casa.
B1It would seem that there is nobody home.
Eso me parecería una falta de respeto.
B2That would seem like a lack of respect to me.
Parecería una buena idea si tuviéramos más tiempo.
B1It would look like a good idea if we had more time.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
present
imperfect
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: parecería
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence is the most polite way to offer an opinion?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'parescere,' which is a variation of 'par' meaning 'equal' or 'like.' It suggests making oneself like something else to be seen.
First recorded: 12th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'parecería' only refer to how things look visually?
No! While it can mean 'it would look like,' it is much more commonly used to talk about ideas, feelings, or logical conclusions.
Is 'parecería' used for 'yo' (I) or 'él' (he/it)?
Both! In Spanish, this 'would' form is the same for both 'I' and 'he/she/it.' Context tells you who is being talked about.