How to Say "should be" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “should be” is “fuese” — B2 level.
Examples
Si mi trabajo fuese más fácil, estaría feliz.
If my job were easier, I would be happy.
Esperaba que la solución fuese permanente.
I hoped the solution would be permanent.
Actuó como si no fuese importante.
He acted as if it weren't important.
Dual Personality
The form 'fuese' is unique because it comes from two completely different verbs: 'ser' (to be) and 'ir' (to go). You determine which one is meant by the context of the sentence.
Subjunctive Use
'Fuese' is the Imperfect Subjunctive, a special verb form used after expressions of doubt, wish, emotion, or obligation when the main action took place in the past.
Alternative Form
Spanish speakers often use the 'ra' form ('fuera') instead of the 'se' form ('fuese'). They mean exactly the same thing, but 'fuese' is slightly more formal.
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