Veria (en. I would see)

/ˈbeɾia/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Hypothetical action of seeing.
If I had the opportunity, I would see that movie.
Si tuviera la oportunidad, vería esa película.
Expression used to refer to what could be observed.
In an ideal situation, I would see more progress in the project.
En una situación ideal, vería más progreso en el proyecto.
Indicates a future possibility in the context of seeing.
I would see my friends more often if they lived in the same city.
Vería a mis amigos más seguido si vivieran en la misma ciudad.

Etymology

From the verb 'ver' in its conditional form.

Common Phrases and Expressions

see to believe
Expression that means it is necessary to see something to believe in its truthfulness.
ver para creer
see up close
To observe something very closely or attentively.
ver de cerca
not see beyond one's nose
To lack vision or understanding of a broader situation.
no ver más allá de la nariz

Related Words

see
Action of perceiving something with the eyes.
ver
sight
The ability to see, or the way something is observed.
vista
Light
Agent that allows visibility.
Luz

Slang Meanings

To see something that was initially not visible.
When the lights came on, I would see what was on stage.
Cuando llegaron las luces, vería lo que había en el escenario.
To understand a situation better during a conversation.
Talking to her, I would see why she felt that way.
Hablando con ella, vería por qué se sintió de esa manera.