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“Explorar” (to explore) in the Subjunctive Mood

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Understanding the Subjunctive Mood of “Explorar”

The Subjunctive Mood of Explorar is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about exploring something, for example: Espero que explores nuevos horizontes. (I hope you explore new horizons.)

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

How to Use Explorar in the Subjunctive Mood

Explorar generally means to explore or investigate, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To explore or investigate: for example, Espero que exploren todas las opciones (I hope they explore all the options).

To examine thoroughly: for example, Es importante que exploremos los pros y los contras (It’s important that we thoroughly examine the pros and cons).

To probe or delve into: for example, Sugiero que exploremos ese tema más a fondo (I suggest we probe/delve into that topic more deeply).

To search or scout (colloquial): for example, Que exploren la zona por si hay peligro (Let them scout/search the area in case there’s any danger).

To feel around or grope (rude): for example, ¡No permitas que te exploren así! (Don’t let them grope/feel you up like that!)

Real Life Examples of Explorar in the Subjunctive Mood

Espero que exploremos nuevos lugares en nuestras próximas vacaciones. (I hope we explore new places on our next vacation.)

Aunque no estoy seguro, me gustaría que exploráramos esa zona de la ciudad. (Although I’m not sure, I’d like us to explore that area of the city.)

Es importante que los niños exploren su creatividad a través del juego. (It’s important for children to explore their creativity through play.)

Ojalá que ustedes exploren nuevas oportunidades profesionales este año. (I hope you all explore new career opportunities this year.)

El instructor sugirió que exploráramos diferentes técnicas de meditación. (The instructor suggested that we explore different meditation techniques.)

Tal vez sea buena idea que exploremos opciones más económicas para las vacaciones. (Maybe it would be a good idea for us to explore more affordable vacation options.)

Es fundamental que los jóvenes exploren sus intereses y pasiones. (It’s essential for young people to explore their interests and passions.)

Sería genial que exploraran la cocina local durante su viaje. (It would be great if you explored the local cuisine during your trip.)

Quiero que mis hijos exploren diferentes culturas y formas de vida. (I want my children to explore different cultures and ways of life.)

Sugiero que exploremos nuevas formas de hacer ejercicio al aire libre. (I suggest we explore new ways to exercise outdoors.)

Es recomendable que los artistas exploren diversos estilos y técnicas. (It’s advisable for artists to explore diverse styles and techniques.)

Ojalá que exploren su lado creativo en este proyecto. (I hope you all explore your creative side in this project.)

Me encantaría que exploráramos la escena musical local este fin de semana. (I’d love for us to explore the local music scene this weekend.)

Es crucial que los científicos exploren nuevas formas de energía renovable. (It’s crucial for scientists to explore new forms of renewable energy.)

Sería interesante que exploraran diferentes filosofías de vida. (It would be interesting for you all to explore different philosophies of life.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Explorar (to explore) 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.