deducías

Deducías is a verb form in the Spanish language. It specifically represents the second-person singular imperfect indicative of the verb deducir. Deducir, in its infinitive form, means to deduce, infer, or conclude. Therefore, "deducías" translates directly to "you used to deduce" or "you were deducing."

This verb form is employed in Spanish to describe an action of inferring or concluding that was ongoing or habitual in the past. It emphasizes the process of reaching a conclusion based on evidence or reasoning, occurring repeatedly or over a period of time from the perspective of the person being addressed (tú). For example, one might say "Tú deducías la verdad de sus palabras" (You used to deduce the truth from his words), indicating a past habit of inferring truth from someone's speech.

The imperfect tense in Spanish, as used in "deducías," serves to paint a picture of past circumstances or actions without specifying a definitive beginning or end. It can describe background actions, habitual behaviors, or ongoing states in the past. Understanding the conjugation of verbs like deducir and the nuances of the imperfect tense is crucial for accurate comprehension and usage of Spanish.