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“Recomendar” (to recommend) in the Subjunctive Mood

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Understanding the Subjunctive Mood of “Recomendar”

The Present Subjunctive of recomendar is used when you want to express recommendations, suggestions, or advice in a subjunctive context. For example, Es importante que me recomiendes un buen restaurante. (It’s important that you recommend a good restaurant to me.)

Recomendar is a stem-changing verb, meaning the vowel in the stem changes from e to ie in all subjunctive forms except nosotros and vosotros.

How to Use Recomendar in the Subjunctive Mood

The present subjunctive of recomendar is used to express recommendations, suggestions, or advice in a subjunctive context.

To recommend or suggest: For example, Te recomiendo que estudies más (I recommend that you study more). This is the most common usage, expressing a recommendation or suggestion.

To advise: For example, El médico recomienda que hagas ejercicio (The doctor advises that you exercise). Used when giving advice, especially from an authority or expert.

To propose: For example, Recomiendo que vayamos al cine (I recommend that we go to the movies). Used to propose an idea or plan.

Colloquially (informal): It can be used informally to strongly suggest or insist on something, for example, Te recomiendo que no le digas nada (I strongly suggest you don’t tell him anything).

Real Life Examples of Recomendar in the Subjunctive Mood

Mi amigo me recomiende ver esa nueva película de terror, pero la verdad es que no me gustan las películas de miedo. (My friend recommended that I watch that new horror movie, but the truth is I don’t like scary movies.)

Es importante que recomendemos a nuestros hijos comer frutas y verduras para mantener una dieta saludable. (It’s important that we recommend our children eat fruits and vegetables to maintain a healthy diet.)

El instructor de yoga recomiende que practiquemos la meditación diariamente para reducir el estrés. (The yoga instructor recommended that we practice meditation daily to reduce stress.)

Antes de viajar a un nuevo país, recomiendes que aprendas algunas frases básicas en el idioma local. (Before traveling to a new country, you recommend learning some basic phrases in the local language.)

Los expertos recomienden que limites el tiempo que pasas frente a las pantallas para mantener una buena salud mental. (Experts recommend limiting screen time to maintain good mental health.)

Cuando estés buscando un nuevo trabajo, recomendemos que actualices tu currículum y prepares bien para las entrevistas. (When you’re looking for a new job, we recommend updating your resume and preparing well for interviews.)

Para mejorar tus habilidades de cocina, recomiende que tomes algunas clases o sigas recetas de chefs profesionales. (To improve your cooking skills, it’s recommended that you take some classes or follow recipes from professional chefs.)

Si quieres aprender un nuevo idioma, recomiendes que practiques todos los días y te rodees de recursos en ese idioma. (If you want to learn a new language, you recommend practicing every day and surrounding yourself with resources in that language.)

Cuando viajes, recomienden que respetes las costumbres y tradiciones locales para evitar ofender a la gente. (When traveling, they recommend respecting local customs and traditions to avoid offending people.)

Para mantenerte en forma, recomiende que hagas ejercicio regularmente y sigas una dieta equilibrada. (To stay in shape, it’s recommended that you exercise regularly and follow a balanced diet.)

Si estás buscando un nuevo hobby, recomiendes que pruebes algo creativo como la pintura, la escritura o la jardinería. (If you’re looking for a new hobby, you recommend trying something creative like painting, writing, or gardening.)

Cuando tengas que tomar una decisión importante, recomienden que consideres todas las opciones y pidas consejo a personas de confianza. (When you have to make an important decision, they recommend considering all options and seeking advice from trusted people.)

Para mantener una buena relación con tus amigos, recomiende que seas honesto, leal y comprensivo. (To maintain good relationships with your friends, it’s recommended that you be honest, loyal, and understanding.)

Si quieres avanzar en tu carrera, recomiendes que sigas aprendiendo nuevas habilidades y te mantengas actualizado en tu campo. (If you want to advance in your career, you recommend continuing to learn new skills and staying up-to-date in your field.)

Cuando tengas hijos, recomienden que les inculques valores importantes como el respeto, la responsabilidad y la amabilidad. (When you have children, they recommend instilling important values like respect, responsibility, and kindness.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Recomendar (to recommend) in the Subjunctive Mood (Latin American 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.