parecería
pah-reh-seh-REE-ah
Quick Reference
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'parecería' for Politeness
Use this word to sound more polite. Instead of saying 'It is a mistake,' saying 'It would seem like a mistake' sounds much softer and less aggressive.
Hypothetical Scenarios
This form is perfect for talking about 'what if' situations. Use it when you aren't 100% sure about something but have an impression.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing it with 'Parecía'
Mistake: "Using 'parecía' for 'it would seem'."
Correction: Use 'parecería' for 'would'. 'Parecía' means 'it used to seem' or 'it was seeming' in the past.
⭐ Usage Tips
The 'Me' factor
Often, you'll see this with 'me' (Me parecería). This literally means 'to me it would seem,' which is the most natural way to say 'I think it would be...'
🔄 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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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.