Haria (en. Would do)

/aˈɾia/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Expresses an action that could be performed under certain conditions.
If I had time, I would take a trip.
Si tuviera tiempo, haría un viaje.
Used to express a wish or a hypothetical action.
I would like you to tell me what you would do in my place.
Me gustaría que me dijeras lo que harías en mi lugar.
Indicates a future action in relation to what is considered in the present.
If you asked me, I would do anything for you.
Si me lo pidieras, haría cualquier cosa por ti.

Etymology

From the Latin verb facere, transformed through its conjugation in Spanish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

What would you do?
A question that invites reflection on what decision someone would make in a given situation.
¿Qué harías tú?
If I were you, I would...
An expression that suggests an action one should take in someone else's position.
Si yo fuera tú, haría...
I would do the same
A phrase that indicates agreement regarding the action someone has taken.
Haría lo mismo

Related Words

hacer
Verb that means to produce or carry out something.
hacer
hecho
The result of doing something.
hecho
hacia
Indicates the direction or movement towards a place.
hacia

Slang Meanings

I would do something without thinking too much about it.
If they tell me they are going to a party, I would say I would go, without hesitation.
Si me dicen que se va a una fiesta, diría que haría, sin dudar.
Refers to a promise to do countless things.
When they tell me there is work, I always say I would do everything possible.
Cuando me dicen que hay trabajo, siempre digo que haría todo lo posible.