Fueras (en. You were)

/ˈfweɾas/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

Form of the verb to be used in contexts of doubt, desire, or hypothesis.

If you were kinder, you would have more friends.

Si fueras más amable, tendrías más amigos.

Refers to a non-real condition or one contrary to the facts.

I wish it were you coming to the party.

Ojalá fueras tú quien viniera a la fiesta.

Used in conditional structures.

If they were rich, they wouldn't work.

Si fueran ricos, no trabajarían.

From Latin 'fuera', which is the past tense of the verb 'esse'.

If it were you

Expression that indicates a desire for a specific person to be present.

Si fueras tú

Even if you were

Indicates a hypothetical event that is considered unlikely.

Aunque fueras

If you were sincere

Phrase that questions the honesty of the person.

Si fueras sincero

out

Term that indicates being outside.

fuera

to be

Verb used to indicate identity or state.

ser

were

Another form of the verb to be in past subjunctive.

fuese

To be someone admirable or a person with a good reputation.

You are outstanding at work.

Eres un fuera de serie en el trabajo.

Referring to a person who has accomplished something exceptional.

That athlete is outstanding.

Ese atleta es un fuera de serie.