queríamos
“queríamos” means “we wanted” in Spanish (expressing desire or need).
we wanted, we loved
Also: we used to want, we wished for
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Cuando éramos jóvenes, queríamos viajar por todo el mundo.
B1When we were young, we wanted to travel all over the world.
Siempre le decíamos que la queríamos mucho.
A2We always told him that we loved him very much.
No sabíamos qué hacer porque queríamos ayudar a todos.
B1We didn't know what to do because we wanted to help everyone.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Words that translate to "queríamos" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: queríamos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'queríamos' to describe an ongoing state of affection in the past?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb *querer* comes from the Latin verb *quaerere*, meaning 'to seek, to look for, or to ask.' Over time, the meaning evolved in Spanish to express desire and affection, shifting from actively seeking something to simply wanting or loving it.
First recorded: Old Spanish (around 10th-11th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'queríamos' always mean 'we wanted' and never 'we loved'?
No, 'queríamos' can mean both! When directed towards a person or pet, it usually means 'we loved' or 'we cared for.' When directed toward a thing, an action, or a goal, it means 'we wanted' or 'we wished for.'
Why does 'queríamos' have an accent mark?
The accent mark on the 'i' is necessary to show where the stress falls when you say the word: ke-rí-a-mos. This pattern is typical for the 'we' form of all verbs in the imperfect tense, helping you distinguish it from other forms.