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Conjugation Chart
“Actuar” (to act) in the Subjunctive Mood
Pronoun | Conjugation |
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Yo | actĂșe |
TĂș | actĂșes |
Ăl / Ella / Usted | actĂșe |
Nosotros / Nosotras | actuemos |
Vosotros / Vosotras | actuéis |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes | actĂșen |
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Understanding the Subjunctive Mood of “Actuar”
The subjuntivo presente of Actuar is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about an action, for example: Espero que actĂșes con responsabilidad. (I hope you act responsibly.)
Actuar is a regular -ar verb, so its present subjunctive conjugations follow the typical pattern for that verb type.
How to Use Actuar in the Subjunctive Mood
Actuar generally means “to act” or “to perform”, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.
To behave or conduct oneself: for example, Es importante que actuemos con respeto. (It’s important that we behave with respect.)
To take action or proceed: for example, Aunque no tengamos todas las respuestas, actuemos de inmediato. (Even though we don’t have all the answers, let’s take action immediately.)
To operate or function (for a machine or system): for example, El sistema actuarĂĄ de forma automĂĄtica cuando se cumplan ciertas condiciones. (The system will operate automatically when certain conditions are met.)
To pretend or put on an act (colloquial): for example, No actĂșes como si no supieras nada. (Don’t pretend like you don’t know anything.)
To overreact or make a big deal out of something (colloquial, slightly rude): for example, ÂĄNo actuĂ©is tanto por una pequeña broma! (Don’t overreact so much over a little joke!)
Real Life Examples of Actuar in the Subjunctive Mood
Es importante que actĂșes con respeto en todo momento. (It’s important that you act respectfully at all times.)
El juez ordenĂł que el acusado actĂșe de acuerdo con la ley. (The judge ordered that the defendant act in accordance with the law.)
Para tener Ă©xito, es necesario que actuemos con determinaciĂłn. (To be successful, it’s necessary that we act with determination.)
OjalĂĄ que los polĂticos actĂșen en beneficio del pueblo. (Hopefully the politicians will act for the benefit of the people.)
Aunque no estĂ©s de acuerdo, es importante que actĂșes con madurez. (Even if you don’t agree, it’s important that you act maturely.)
Dudo que las autoridades actĂșen con rapidez ante esta crisis. (I doubt the authorities will act quickly in the face of this crisis.)
Es fundamental que actuemos con responsabilidad en nuestras decisiones. (It’s essential that we act responsibly in our decisions.)
Independientemente de las circunstancias, es vital que actĂșes con integridad. (Regardless of the circumstances, it’s vital that you act with integrity.)
Aunque parezca difĂcil, es importante que actuemos con valentĂa. (Even though it may seem difficult, it’s important that we act with courage.)
Quiero que actĂșes con mĂĄs confianza en ti mismo. (I want you to act with more self-confidence.)
Es lamentable que algunas personas actĂșen sin pensar en las consecuencias. (It’s regrettable that some people act without thinking about the consequences.)
Conjugation Chart with English Translations
Conjugations of Actuar (to act) in the Subjunctive Mood (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:
Spanish | English |
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Yo actĂșe | I act |
TĂș actĂșes | You act |
Ăl / Ella / Usted actĂșe | He / She / You (formal) acts |
Nosotros / Nosotras actuemos | We act |
Vosotros / Vosotras actuéis | You all act |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes actĂșen | They / You all (formal) act |
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Synonyms
The Subjunctive mood is also known as the Simple Subjunctive, Subjunctive Present, or Present Subjunctive Mood in English, and as Presente de Subjuntivo, Subjuntivo Presente, Presente del Modo Subjuntivo, or Tiempo Presente del Subjuntivo in Spanish.