The Present Subjunctive of Eliminar is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about eliminating something, for example: Espero que elimines los archivos innecesarios. (I hope you delete the unnecessary files.)

Eliminar is a regular -ar verb, so its Present Subjunctive conjugations follow the typical pattern for that verb type.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Eliminar (to eliminate) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Castilian Spanish):

Eliminar generally means to remove or get rid of something, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To remove or eliminate: for example, Espero que elimines todas las malas hierbas del jardín (I hope you remove all the weeds from the garden).

To discard or throw away: for example, Es importante que eliminemos la basura correctamente (It’s important that we discard the trash properly).

To delete or erase: for example, Te recomiendo que elimines esos mensajes comprometedores (I recommend you delete those compromising messages).

To exclude or leave out: for example, Sugiero que elimines esa parte del informe (I suggest you leave out that part of the report).

To dismiss or reject (colloquial): for example, Ojalá que elimines esa idea absurda de tu mente (I hope you dismiss that absurd idea from your mind).

To beat or defeat (slang): for example, Espero que elimines a tu oponente en el próximo combate (I hope you beat your opponent in the next fight).

Examples

Examples of Eliminar in the Subjunctive Mood

Es importante que elimines todos los archivos temporales para liberar espacio en el disco. (It’s important that you delete all temporary files to free up disk space.)

El técnico recomendó que eliminemos el software obsoleto para mejorar el rendimiento del sistema. (The technician recommended that we remove the obsolete software to improve system performance.)

Aunque sea difícil, es necesario que eliminen las malas costumbres para progresar. (Although it’s difficult, it’s necessary that they eliminate bad habits in order to progress.)

Ojalá que elimine esa aplicación que consume demasiados datos móviles. (I hope he/she deletes that app that consumes too much mobile data.)

Para mantener un estilo de vida saludable, sugiero que eliminéis los alimentos procesados de vuestra dieta. (To maintain a healthy lifestyle, I suggest you eliminate processed foods from your diet.)

Antes de viajar, asegúrate de que elimines todos los mensajes y fotos innecesarios para liberar espacio en tu teléfono. (Before traveling, make sure you delete all unnecessary messages and photos to free up space on your phone.)

Si quieres concentrarte mejor, te recomiendo que elimines las distracciones como las redes sociales mientras estudias. (If you want to concentrate better, I recommend you eliminate distractions like social media while studying.)

Para evitar conflictos en el trabajo, es mejor que eliminen los chismes y rumores de la oficina. (To avoid conflicts at work, it’s better that they eliminate gossip and rumors from the office.)

Aunque cueste trabajo, es crucial que elimine los pensamientos negativos de su mente para mejorar su bienestar emocional. (Although it’s difficult, it’s crucial that he/she eliminates negative thoughts from his/her mind to improve emotional well-being.)

Si quieren tener una relación sana, es fundamental que eliminen los celos y la desconfianza. (If they want to have a healthy relationship, it’s essential that they eliminate jealousy and distrust.)

Para ahorrar energía en casa, te sugiero que elimines los electrodomésticos que no uses con frecuencia. (To save energy at home, I suggest you get rid of appliances you don’t use frequently.)

Aunque sea incómodo, es importante que elimines las amistades tóxicas que te hacen daño. (Although it’s uncomfortable, it’s important that you eliminate toxic friendships that harm you.)

Si quieren tener éxito en su proyecto, es fundamental que eliminen los obstáculos y se enfoquen en sus metas. (If they want to succeed in their project, it’s essential that they eliminate obstacles and focus on their goals.)

Para mantener un ambiente de trabajo productivo, es recomendable que eliminemos las interrupciones y distracciones durante las horas laborales. (To maintain a productive work environment, it’s advisable that we eliminate interruptions and distractions during work hours.)

Aunque sea difícil, es necesario que eliminen los hábitos perjudiciales para mejorar su calidad de vida. (Although it’s difficult, it’s necessary that they eliminate harmful habits to improve their quality of life.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Eliminar (to eliminate) 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.