reducíais

Reducíais is a verb form in the Spanish language. It is the second-person plural imperfect indicative conjugation of the verb "reducir," which means "to reduce" or "to decrease." This form specifically refers to an action or state that was happening habitually or continuously in the past, as perceived by a group of people being addressed directly (you all). For instance, "Vosotros reducíais el consumo de agua" translates to "You all used to reduce the water consumption." The imperfect tense is used to describe ongoing or repeated actions in the past, or to set the scene for a past event. The ending "-íais" is characteristic of verbs ending in "-ir" for the second-person plural imperfect indicative in standard Spanish, particularly in Spain. In some Latin American dialects, the "vosotros" form is not commonly used, and instead, the "ustedes" form, "reducían," would be employed with the same meaning. Understanding these conjugations is crucial for accurate comprehension and expression in Spanish, reflecting the nuances of past actions and their duration.