Creyese (en. To believe)

/kɾeˈʝese/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
To believe that something is true or exists.
If I believed in the supernatural, I would perform a ritual.
Si creyese en lo sobrenatural, haría un ritual.
To have confidence in something or someone.
She believed in her ability to complete the project.
Ella creyese en su capacidad para completar el proyecto.
To suppose or think in a particular way.
If I believed that everything was going to go wrong, I wouldn't have tried.
Si creyese que todo iba a salir mal, no lo habría intentado.

Etymology

Derived from the verb believe, which comes from the Latin 'credere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

believed that
Expresses doubt about a belief.
creyese que
did not believe in stories
Means not believing in fantastic or exaggerated stories.
no creyese en cuentos

Related Words

believe
To accept as true something that does not necessarily have proof.
creer
belief
An idea or opinion that is considered valid.
creencia

Slang Meanings

To think that something will happen
If you believed you would win the lottery, then you could take the risk.
Si creyeres que ganarías la lotería, entonces podrías tomar el riesgo.
To trust someone
I'm glad you believed in me for this job.
Me da gusto que creyeses en mí para este trabajo.