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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

were

/wɛr/ verb, auxiliary verb · British & US
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What does were mean?

verb, auxiliary verb

Were is the past tense and past subjunctive of the verb 'to be'. It is used to describe a past action or state of being.

Example

"If I were you, I would take the job."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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