Mirara (en. Would look)

/miˈɾaɾa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates that something will be observed in the future.
I hope he watched the movie I recommended.
Ojalá que él mirara la película que le recomendé.
Expresses an action of looking, even if hypothetical.
If he looked closely, he would see the problem.
Si mirara bien, vería el problema.
Possibility that someone will observe something in the future.
She is likely to have watched the sunrise from the mountain.
Es probable que ella mirara el amanecer desde la montaña.

Etymology

From the verb 'mirar', which comes from the Latin 'mirare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

look forward
To have a positive attitude and hope for good things in the future.
mirar hacia adelante
look down one's nose
To treat someone with disdain or superiority.
mirar por encima del hombro
glance sideways
To observe discreetly.
mirar de reojo

Related Words

gaze
Action of looking.
mirada
voyeur
A person who observes without being noticed.
mirón
viewpoint
A place from where something can be observed.
mirador

Slang Meanings

To look attentively.
When you arrive, take a close look at what the sign says.
Cuando llegues, mira bien lo que dice el cartel.
To take a glance.
I'm going to watch TV for a while before sleeping.
Voy a mirar un rato la tele antes de dormir.