The subjunctive mood of explorar is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about exploring something, for example: Espero que explores nuevos horizontes. (I hope you explore new horizons.)
Explorar is a regular -ar verb, so its subjunctive conjugations follow the typical pattern for that verb type.
Conjugations
Conjugations of Explorar (to explore) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Latin American Spanish):
Pronoun | Conjugation |
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Yo | explore |
Tú | explores |
Él / Ella / Usted | explore |
Nosotros / Nosotras | exploremos |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes | exploren |
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Usage of Explorar in the Subjunctive Mood
The present subjunctive of explorar is used to express wishes, desires, demands, or uncertainty about exploring something.
Wish or desire: For example, Espero que explores nuevos horizontes. (I hope you explore new horizons.)
Demand or recommendation: For example, Es importante que explores todas tus opciones. (It’s important that you explore all your options.)
Uncertainty: For example, No sé si deba explorar ese camino. (I don’t know if I should explore that path.)
Colloquial usage: In some Latin American vernacular, it can be used informally to suggest exploring romantic or sexual situations, for example, ¿Quieres que exploremos un poco más? (Do you want us to explore a little more?)
Examples
Examples of Explorar in the Subjunctive Mood
Espero que exploremos nuevos lugares en nuestras próximas vacaciones. (I hope we explore new places on our next vacation.)
Me gustaría que explores oportunidades de trabajo en el extranjero. (I’d like you to explore job opportunities abroad.)
Es importante que exploren sus opciones antes de tomar una decisión. (It’s important that they explore their options before making a decision.)
Aunque no tengo un plan específico, tal vez explore aprender un nuevo idioma. (Although I don’t have a specific plan, maybe I’ll explore learning a new language.)
El profesor sugirió que los estudiantes exploraran diferentes perspectivas sobre el tema. (The professor suggested that the students explore different perspectives on the topic.)
Ojalá que exploremos la ciudad a pie para conocerla mejor. (I hope we explore the city on foot to get to know it better.)
Es una lástima que no exploren más actividades al aire libre. (It’s a shame they don’t explore more outdoor activities.)
Quizás deberías explorar nuevos pasatiempos para relajarte. (Maybe you should explore new hobbies to relax.)
Sería genial si exploráramos la cocina local en nuestro próximo viaje. (It would be great if we explored the local cuisine on our next trip.)
Aunque no es obligatorio, te recomiendo que explores oportunidades de voluntariado. (Although it’s not mandatory, I recommend you explore volunteering opportunities.)
Independientemente de tu decisión, es crucial que explores todas las opciones disponibles. (Regardless of your decision, it’s crucial that you explore all available options.)
Lamentablemente, muchos jóvenes no exploran suficientes carreras antes de elegir una. (Unfortunately, many young people don’t explore enough careers before choosing one.)
¿No sería chido que exploráramos esa nueva aplicación de citas? (Wouldn’t it be cool if we explored that new dating app?)
Para ser honesto, preferiría que no explores esos sitios web dudosos. (To be honest, I’d prefer you don’t explore those shady websites.)
Tal vez deberíamos explorar nuevas formas de ahorrar dinero. (Maybe we should explore new ways to save money.)
Conjugations with English Translations
Conjugations of Explorar (to explore) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Latin American Spanish) with English Translations:
Spanish | English |
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Yo explore | I explore |
Tú explores | You explore |
Él / Ella / Usted explore | He / She / You explores |
Nosotros / Nosotras exploremos | We explore |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes exploren | They / You all explore |
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.