The Subjunctive Mood of Abordar is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about an action, for example: Espero que abordemos el tema con cuidado. (I hope we approach the topic carefully.)

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

Conjugations

Conjugations of Abordar (to board) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Castilian Spanish):

Abordar generally means to board or approach, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To board: for example, Es importante que abordemos el avión a tiempo (It’s important that we board the plane on time).

To approach: for example, Es necesario que abordemos el tema con delicadeza (It’s necessary that we approach the topic delicately).

To tackle: for example, Es crucial que abordemos los problemas de raíz (It’s crucial that we tackle the root problems).

To accost (colloquial): for example, No quiero que me aborden en la calle (I don’t want them to accost me on the street).

To hit on (colloquial, rude): for example, Espero que no me aborden en el bar (I hope they don’t hit on me at the bar).

Examples

Examples of Abordar in the Subjunctive Mood

Es importante que abordemos el tema con cuidado. (It’s important that we approach the topic carefully.)

El profesor sugirió que abordemos el análisis desde una nueva perspectiva. (The professor suggested that we approach the analysis from a new perspective.)

Para evitar conflictos, es mejor que aborden el asunto con tacto. (To avoid conflicts, it’s better that they approach the matter tactfully.)

Aunque tengas dudas, es necesario que abordes el problema de frente. (Although you have doubts, it’s necessary that you approach the problem head-on.)

Independientemente de las circunstancias, es crucial que aborde la situación con madurez. (Regardless of the circumstances, it’s crucial that he/she approaches the situation with maturity.)

Antes de viajar, es recomendable que abordéis el tema de la seguridad. (Before traveling, it’s advisable that you (plural) approach the topic of safety.)

En la reunión, el jefe insistió en que abordemos los retos de manera proactiva. (In the meeting, the boss insisted that we approach the challenges proactively.)

Para tener éxito en los negocios, es fundamental que aborden cada proyecto con dedicación. (To be successful in business, it’s essential that they approach each project with dedication.)

Aunque sea incómodo, es mejor que abordes el tema con honestidad. (Although it’s uncomfortable, it’s better that you approach the topic with honesty.)

En la terapia familiar, es importante que todos aborden sus preocupaciones abiertamente. (In family therapy, it’s important that everyone approaches their concerns openly.)

Antes de tomar una decisión, es prudente que aborde el asunto desde todos los ángulos. (Before making a decision, it’s prudent that he/she approaches the matter from all angles.)

Para mejorar las relaciones interpersonales, es recomendable que abordemos los malentendidos con empatía. (To improve interpersonal relationships, it’s advisable that we approach misunderstandings with empathy.)

En el debate político, es crucial que los candidatos aborden los temas de interés público con transparencia. (In the political debate, it’s crucial that the candidates approach issues of public interest with transparency.)

Aunque sea un tema delicado, es necesario que abordéis el problema con madurez. (Although it’s a delicate topic, it’s necessary that you (plural) approach the problem with maturity.)

Para tener una vida plena, es esencial que aborde sus metas con determinación. (To have a fulfilling life, it’s essential that he/she approaches his/her goals with determination.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Abordar (to board) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (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.