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    Pareciera (en. It would seem)

    /pa.re.θiˈe.ɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To express a supposition regarding a situation or state.
    If he seemed more interested, I would ask him more questions.
    Si él pareciera más interesado, le haría más preguntas.
    To denote an appearance or quality that is perceived.
    The house seemed larger from the street.
    La casa pareciera más grande desde la calle.
    To indicate that something is not what it appears at first glance.
    Sometimes, what seems simple, may seem complicated.
    A veces, lo que parece sencillo, pareciera complicado.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'parecere', which means 'to appear' or 'to show'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    it seemed like a dream
    Suggests that something is incredible or unrealistic.
    pareciera un sueño
    it seemed like you don't love me
    Indicates that there is an impression that someone does not have affection.
    pareciera que no me quieres
    it seemed easy
    Suggests that something seems simple but may not be.
    pareciera fácil

    Related Words

    seem
    Verb that indicates the perception or appearance of something.
    parecer
    to appear
    To act in a way to give a specific impression.
    aparentar
    to sow
    Verb related to indicating or suggesting something about the future.
    sembrar

    Slang Meanings

    To seem with the intention to impress
    He always seems to know everything, but in reality, it seems he has no idea.
    Él siempre parece que sabe todo, pero en realidad, pareciera que no tiene idea.
    To give a false impression
    Don't be fooled, what he says seems very good, but there must be a catch.
    No te dejes engañar, lo que él dice pareciera muy bueno, pero debe haber un truco.