The subjunctive mood in Spanish is used to express desires, doubts, emotions, and hypothetical situations. Unlike the indicative mood, which states facts, the subjunctive explores possibilities and subjective views. This guide covers how to form the present subjunctive, key triggers that require its use, and practice tips to help you master this important Spanish grammar concept.
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- Present Subjunctive
The Spanish present subjunctive is a verb form used to express doubt, desire, emotion, necessity, and uncertainty about actions in the present or future. It is also commonly used in dependent clauses.
- Past Subjunctive
The past subjunctive in Spanish is a verb form used to express doubts, wishes, hypotheticals, or politeness about events in the past.
Last updated: Wed Jun 18, 2025
