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Conjugation Chart of “Colocar” (to place) in the Subjunctive Mood

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Understanding the Subjunctive Mood of “Colocar”

The presente de subjuntivo of colocar is used to express desires, doubts, or uncertainty about placing or positioning something, for example: Espero que coloques los libros en el estante. (I hope you place the books on the shelf.)

This verb follows the -car to -que spelling-changing conjugation pattern, where the c changes to qu before the endings.

How to Use Colocar in the Subjunctive Mood

Colocar generally means “to place” or “to put”, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To place or put something somewhere: for example, Espero que coloquen las sillas en su lugar. (I hope they put the chairs back in their place.)

To position or arrange: for example, Es importante que coloquemos los muebles de forma que la sala se vea espaciosa. (It’s important that we arrange the furniture so the living room looks spacious.)

To locate or situate: for example, El guía sugirió que coloquemos el campamento cerca del río. (The guide suggested that we situate the camp near the river.)

To install or set up: for example, Necesitamos que coloquen cámaras de seguridad en el edificio. (We need them to install security cameras in the building.)

To place or put someone in a job or position (colloquial): for example, Espero que me coloquen en un buen puesto de trabajo. (I hope they place me in a good job position.)

Real Life Examples of Colocar in the Subjunctive Mood

Espero que coloquen el nuevo sistema de seguridad pronto para proteger la oficina. (I hope they install the new security system soon to protect the office.)

Aunque no estés de acuerdo, es importante que coloques las reglas de la casa por respeto. (Even if you don’t agree, it’s important that you follow the house rules out of respect.)

Para la cena familiar, coloquemos los platos en la mesa antes de que lleguen los invitados. (For the family dinner, let’s set the plates on the table before the guests arrive.)

El instructor dijo que coloquemos nuestros equipos de buceo con cuidado para evitar daños. (The instructor said we should carefully set up our diving gear to avoid damage.)

Ojalá que el gobierno coloque más cámaras de seguridad en las calles para disuadir el crimen. (Hopefully the government installs more security cameras on the streets to deter crime.)

Aunque cueste trabajo, es mejor que coloquen las cajas en la parte de atrás del camión. (Even though it’s hard work, it’s better that they load the boxes in the back of the truck.)

Para la exposición de arte, coloquen las pinturas de manera que reciban buena iluminación. (For the art exhibition, display the paintings so they receive good lighting.)

Mamá insistió en que coloquemos la mesa del comedor para la cena familiar. (Mom insisted that we set the dining room table for the family dinner.)

El jefe recomienda que coloquéis las nuevas políticas en un lugar visible para que todos las vean. (The boss recommends that you post the new policies in a visible place so everyone can see them.)

Aunque no lo creas, es importante que coloque su currículum al solicitar un nuevo trabajo. (Even if you don’t believe it, it’s important that you submit your resume when applying for a new job.)

Para la mudanza, coloquen las cajas de vidrio en un área segura para evitar que se rompan. (For the move, place the glass boxes in a safe area to prevent them from breaking.)

Para la fiesta, coloquemos la música a un volumen razonable para no molestar a los vecinos. (For the party, let’s keep the music at a reasonable volume so we don’t bother the neighbors.)

Es importante que coloquen las señales de tráfico en lugares visibles para evitar accidentes. (It’s important that they place the traffic signs in visible locations to prevent accidents.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Colocar (to place) 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.