Seáis (en. You be)
/seˈais/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
Indicates a wish, a possibility, or a hypothetical situation related to the existence or state of someone or something.
I hope you are happy in your new home.
Espero que seáis felices en vuestra nueva casa.
Used in constructions that express a non-real condition.
If we had time, you would be freer.
Si tuviésemos tiempo, seáis más libres.
Action of being in a subjunctive context.
I wish you would be understood by everyone.
Ojalá que seáis comprendidos por todos.
Etymology
From Latin 'sīa, sīatis', from the verb 'esse', which means to be.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Welcome!
Expression of hospitality.
¡Que seáis bienvenidos!
You may not yet be aware.
Indicates a lack of awareness up to that moment.
Aún no seáis conscientes
I hope you are strong.
Desire for strength in difficult situations.
Espero que seáis fuertes
Related Words
let’s be
First person plural of the verb to be in subjunctive.
seamos
to be
Verb that indicates existence or identity.
ser
I am
First person singular of the verb to be.
estoy
Slang Meanings
Colloquial expression used in festive contexts.
Let’s celebrate! May you all be part of the party!
¡Vamos a celebrar! ¡Que seáis todos parte de la fiesta!
A way to invite reflection on life.
Don't forget to be what you want to be.
No os olvidéis que seáis lo que queráis ser.