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Spanish Phrase

Puede que los caseros pidan más.

/ˈpwe.ðe ke lo̞s kaˈse.ɾos piˈðan ˈmas/
Meaning"It may be that the landlords ask for more."
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Meaning

The sentence expresses a possibility that the landlords will request a higher amount—usually referring to rent or additional fees. The use of 'puede que' signals uncertainty, so the speaker is not stating it as a fact.

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When to use

Use this phrase when discussing potential rent increases, extra charges, or any situation where you suspect the property owners might ask for more money or conditions, but you are not certain.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Puedequeloscaserospidanmás

1

Puede que + Subjunctive

The expression 'puede que' introduces uncertainty and always requires the verb in the subjunctive mood.

2

Subjunctive of pedir

'Pidan' is the present subjunctive form of 'pedir' (they ask/request).

3

Los caseros

'Los' is the masculine plural definite article; 'caseros' means landlords (in Spain) or property owners.

4

Más as an adverb

'Más' means 'more' and modifies the verb 'pidan' to indicate a greater amount.

🗨In Conversation

A

¿Crees que el contrato cambiará pronto?

Do you think the contract will change soon?

Puede que los caseros pidan más al renovar.

It may be that the landlords ask for more when we renew.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Puede que los caseros piden más.

    After 'puede que' the verb must be in the subjunctive, not the indicative.

  • Puede los caseros pidan más.

    The conjunction 'que' is required after 'puede' to introduce the subjunctive clause.

  • Puede que los caseros pidan más.

    Do not translate 'más' as 'most' here; it functions as an adverb meaning 'more'.

↔Alternatives

  • Quizá los propietarios soliciten más.

    Perhaps the owners will request more.

  • Tal vez los dueños pidan más.

    Maybe the owners will ask for more.

  • Es posible que los caseros exijan más.

    It’s possible that the landlords demand more.

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Cultural Tip

In Spain, the word 'casero' is commonly used for a landlord, while in many Latin American countries 'propietario' or 'dueño' is preferred. The phrase 'puede que' is neutral and works in both formal and informal contexts, but avoid using it in very casual speech where 'quizá' might sound more natural.