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    Serían (en. Would be)

    /seˈɾjan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    It indicates a possible or hypothetical existence or state in the future.
    If they were here, they would be happy.
    Si ellos estuvieran aquí, serían felices.
    It is used to express assumptions about a situation or condition.
    We believe that they would be good candidates for the job.
    Creemos que serían buenos candidatos para el trabajo.
    It can express wishes or intentions in non-real contexts.
    If we had the time, they would be excellent vacations.
    Si tuviéramos el tiempo, serían excelentes vacaciones.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'essere', through the Spanish verb 'ser'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    If they were rich
    It expresses a wish or a hypothetical situation regarding wealth.
    Si fueran ricos
    As if they were
    It indicates an unreal comparison or assumption.
    Como si fueran
    They would be capable
    It means that they would have the capacity or ability in a hypothetical situation.
    Serían capaces

    Related Words

    to be
    Verb that indicates existence, identity, or state.
    ser
    would be
    Conditional of the verb 'to go'.
    fuera
    to be
    Verb that indicates state or location.
    estar

    Slang Meanings

    It is used to indicate that something is very likely.
    If you arrive late, it would be ten when you leave.
    Si llegas tarde, serían las diez cuando salgas.
    It is mentioned ironically to point out contradictions.
    If she were the boss, they would all be fired.
    Si ella fuera la jefa, serían todos despedidos.