The presente de subjuntivo of establecer is used to express desires, doubts, or uncertainty about establishing something, for example: Es importante que establezca un horario de estudio. (It’s important that you establish a study schedule.)
This verb belongs to the -cer to -zca spelling-changing conjugation type, where the ‘c’ changes to ‘zc’ before the vowel endings.
Conjugations
Conjugations of Establecer (to establish) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Latin American Spanish):
Pronoun | Conjugation |
---|---|
Yo | establezca |
Tú | establezcas |
Él / Ella / Usted | establezca |
Nosotros / Nosotras | establezcamos |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes | establezcan |
Boost Your Memorization with Audio!
We’ve included audio recordings of the the conjugations of Establecer (to establish) in the Subjunctive Mood to help you learn faster.
Pro Tip: Play the audio on a loop as you study the chart. This repetition will solidify the correct conjugations in your memory.
Usage of Establecer in the Subjunctive Mood
The present subjunctive of establecer is used to express desires, doubts, demands, or hypothetical situations.
To establish or set up: For example, Es importante que establezcan reglas claras. (It’s important that they establish clear rules.)
To determine or define: For example, El juez establecerá la sentencia. (The judge will determine the sentence.)
To start or initiate: For example, Esperamos que la empresa establezca nuevos proyectos. (We hope the company establishes new projects.)
To settle or take up residence: For example, Quieren que nos establezcamos en una ciudad más grande. (They want us to settle in a bigger city.)
To make a connection or relationship (colloquial): For example, ¿Crees que pueda establecer con esa chica? (Do you think I can hook up with that girl?)
Examples
Examples of Establecer in the Subjunctive Mood
Es importante que establezcamos reglas claras para el proyecto. (It’s important that we establish clear rules for the project.)
El juez ordenó que la empresa establezca un plan para compensar a las víctimas. (The judge ordered that the company establish a plan to compensate the victims.)
Aunque no estés de acuerdo, es necesario que establezcas límites con tus hijos. (Even if you don’t agree, it’s necessary that you establish limits with your children.)
Para tener éxito en los negocios, es crucial que establezcan metas realistas. (To be successful in business, it’s crucial that they establish realistic goals.)
Ojalá que el nuevo gobierno establezca políticas más justas para todos. (Hopefully the new government establishes fairer policies for everyone.)
Es importante que la pareja establezca una buena comunicación desde el principio. (It’s important that the couple establishes good communication from the start.)
Aunque cueste trabajo, es mejor que establezcas rutinas saludables. (Even though it’s hard work, it’s better that you establish healthy routines.)
Para evitar malentendidos, sería bueno que establezcan expectativas claras. (To avoid misunderstandings, it would be good that they establish clear expectations.)
Tal vez sea hora de que establezca nuevas metas profesionales. (Maybe it’s time that you establish new professional goals.)
Es fundamental que las autoridades establezcan protocolos de seguridad estrictos. (It’s essential that the authorities establish strict security protocols.)
Aunque sea difícil, es importante que establezcamos límites saludables en nuestra amistad. (Even though it’s difficult, it’s important that we establish healthy boundaries in our friendship.)
Para mejorar las relaciones, sería ideal que establezcan un diálogo abierto y honesto. (To improve relationships, it would be ideal that they establish an open and honest dialogue.)
Quiero que establezcas una rutina de ejercicio que se adapte a tu estilo de vida. (I want you to establish an exercise routine that fits your lifestyle.)
Es necesario que la empresa establezca políticas más favorables para el medio ambiente. (It’s necessary that the company establishes more environmentally-friendly policies.)
Conjugations with English Translations
Conjugations of Establecer (to establish) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Latin American Spanish) with English Translations:
Spanish | English |
---|---|
Yo establezca | I establish |
Tú establezcas | You establish |
Él / Ella / Usted establezca | He / She / You establishes |
Nosotros / Nosotras establezcamos | We establish |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes establezcan | They / You all establish |
This post covers Latin American Spanish. For Castilian Spanish, click here
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.