Estuviera (en. Was)

/es.tuˈβje.ɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

Third person singular of the imperfect subjunctive mood of the verb 'estar'.

If I were at home, I would have answered you.

Si estuviera en casa, te habría contestado.

It expresses a hypothetical action or a condition that is not fulfilled.

Even if I were tired, I would go to the party.

Aunque estuviera cansado, iría a la fiesta.

It is used in subordinate clauses that depend on another situation.

I didn't believe that it was so far away.

No creía que estuviera tan lejos.

It derives from the Latin verb 'stare', which means to be.

if I were with you

if I had you by my side

si estuviera contigo

if I were in your place

if I occupied your position

si estuviera en tu lugar

when I would be ready

when I would be prepared

cuando estuviera lista

to be

verb that indicates state or situation

estar

state

situation or condition in which something or someone is found

estado

static

that remains in a constant state, without movement

estático

It is used to express a desired reality that is not fulfilled.

If I were rich, I would travel the world.

Si estuviera rico, viajaría por el mundo.

To describe an ideal or unattainable situation.

If I were at the beach, it wouldn't be cold.

Si estuviera en la playa, no haría frío.