Present Subjunctive

Usage of the Present Subjunctive

The subjunctive expresses subjectivity, doubt, wishes, emotions, and uncertainty. It always appears in a subordinate clause.

1. Wishes and hopes (querer que, esperar que, desear que) Quiero que vengas a mi fiesta. — I want you to come to my party. Espero que todo salga bien. — I hope everything goes well.

2. Emotions (alegrarse de que, tener miedo de que, sorprender que) Me alegra que estés aquí. — I'm glad you're here. Es una lástima que no puedas venir. — It's a shame you can't come.

3. Doubt and negation (dudar que, no creer que) Dudo que sea verdad. — I doubt it's true. No creo que tenga razón. — I don't think he's right.

4. Impersonal expressions (es importante que, es necesario que) Es importante que estudies. — It's important that you study. Es posible que llueva. — It's possible that it will rain.

5. Future time clauses (cuando, hasta que, antes de que) Cuando llegues, llámame. — When you arrive, call me. Espera hasta que termine. — Wait until I finish.

6. Purpose clauses (para que) Te lo explico para que lo entiendas. — I explain it to you so that you understand.