No. 1,303 in Spanish
parecen
"Parecen" means "they seem" or "they look like."
In a sentence
Ellos parecen interesados en el proyecto.
They seem interested in the project.
Here, 'parecen' is used to indicate the apparent state or impression regarding their interest in the project.
Las luces parecen más brillantes esta noche.
The lights appear brighter tonight.
In this case, 'parecen' describes the perceived quality of the brightness of the lights.
Mis amigos parecen felices en la fiesta.
My friends seem happy at the party.
Here, 'parecen' illustrates the perceived mood of my friends at the event.
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