Llevaría (en. Would take)

/ʎeβaˈɾia/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Indicates a future action that could take place under certain conditions.
If I had the time, I would take my friends to the movies.
Si tuviera el tiempo, llevaría a mis amigos al cine.
It is used to express an intention or a plan that one has.
I would take my car to the shop if I had money.
Llevaría mi coche al taller si tuviera dinero.
It expresses a supposition about an action in the past.
If he had traveled, he would have souvenirs from his trip.
Si él hubiera viajado, llevaría recuerdos de su viaje.

Etymology

From the verb llevar, which comes from the Latin 'levare' meaning 'to elevate' or 'to carry.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to take the lead
To assume command or leadership.
llevar la batuta
to get along like dogs and cats
To have a conflicting relationship.
llevarse como perros y gatos
to carry something in one's heart
To feel something deeply for someone or something.
llevar algo en el corazón

Related Words

llevar
Main verb, it means to transport something from one place to another.
llevar
llevando
Gerund form of the verb llevar, indicating an ongoing action.
llevando
llevado
Past participle of the verb llevar.
llevado

Slang Meanings

Take it easy
At this party, one should take it easy and enjoy.
En esta fiesta, hay que llevarla tranquila y disfrutar.
To enjoy life
He takes it easier, he doesn't worry about work.
Él se la lleva más tranquila, no se preocupa por el trabajo.