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“Respetar” (to respect) in the Subjunctive Mood

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Understanding the Subjunctive Mood of “Respetar”

The Subjunctive Mood of Respetar is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about an action, for example: Espero que respetes mis decisiones. (I hope you respect my decisions.)

Respetar is a regular -ar verb, so its conjugations in the Present Subjunctive follow the typical pattern for this verb type.

How to Use Respetar in the Subjunctive Mood

Respetar generally means to respect or show regard for someone or something, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To show respect or deference: For example, Es importante que respetemos las reglas del juego. (It’s important that we respect the rules of the game.)

To obey or comply with: For example, Es necesario que respetemos el toque de queda. (It’s necessary that we obey the curfew.)

To refrain from interfering with: For example, Es crucial que respetemos su privacidad. (It’s crucial that we respect their privacy.)

To preserve or maintain: For example, Es esencial que respetemos el medio ambiente. (It’s essential that we preserve the environment.)

Colloquial usage (rude): For example, ¡Respeta, tío, o te vas a arrepentir! (Show some respect, dude, or you’ll regret it!)

Real Life Examples of Respetar in the Subjunctive Mood

Es importante que todos respetemos las reglas de la comunidad. (It’s important that we all respect the community rules.)

Aunque no estés de acuerdo, es necesario que respetes la decisión del juez. (Even if you don’t agree, it’s necessary that you respect the judge’s decision.)

El instructor insistió en que los alumnos respeten el código de vestimenta. (The instructor insisted that the students respect the dress code.)

Ojalá que respeten mi privacidad y no me molesten. (I hope they respect my privacy and don’t bother me.)

Es fundamental que respetemos los derechos humanos de todas las personas. (It’s essential that we respect the human rights of all people.)

Para tener una buena relación, es imprescindible que respetes los límites de tu pareja. (To have a good relationship, it’s essential that you respect your partner’s boundaries.)

Mamá quiere que respetemos las tradiciones familiares durante las fiestas. (Mom wants us to respect the family traditions during the holidays.)

El jefe exige que todos los empleados respeten el horario laboral. (The boss demands that all employees respect the work schedule.)

Aunque no te guste la política, es importante que respetes el proceso democrático. (Even if you don’t like politics, it’s important that you respect the democratic process.)

Para que haya un ambiente positivo, es necesario que respetemos las opiniones de los demás. (For there to be a positive environment, it’s necessary that we respect others’ opinions.)

Ojalá que respeten mi decisión de no beber alcohol. (I hope they respect my decision not to drink alcohol.)

Es fundamental que respetéis las señales de tránsito para evitar accidentes. (It’s essential that you respect the traffic signs to avoid accidents.)

Aunque no te guste la comida, es de buena educación que respetes las costumbres culinarias locales. (Even if you don’t like the food, it’s good manners to respect the local culinary customs.)

Para tener éxito en los negocios, es crucial que respeten los acuerdos y contratos. (To be successful in business, it’s crucial that they respect agreements and contracts.)

Ojalá que respete mi espacio personal y no se me acerque demasiado. (I hope he/she respects my personal space and doesn’t get too close to me.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Respetar (to respect) in the Subjunctive Mood (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

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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.