The presente de subjuntivo of introducir is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about introducing something, for example: Es importante que introduzcas tu contraseña correctamente. (It’s important that you enter your password correctly.)

This verb belongs to the -cir to -zca spelling-changing conjugation type, where the c changes to zc before the vowel endings.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Introducir (to introduce) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Castilian Spanish):

Introducir generally means to introduce, insert or bring in, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To introduce or insert: for example, Espero que introduzcas tu tarjeta de crédito en la ranura (I hope you insert your credit card into the slot).

To bring in or smuggle: for example, No permitas que introduzcan drogas en el país (Don’t allow them to smuggle drugs into the country).

To initiate or start: for example, Es importante que introduzcas el tema con delicadeza (It’s important that you introduce the topic delicately).

To incorporate or include: for example, Sugiero que introduzcas más ejemplos en tu presentación (I suggest you include more examples in your presentation).

To intervene or get involved (colloquial): for example, No te introduzcas en asuntos que no te conciernen (Don’t get involved in matters that don’t concern you).

Examples

Examples of Introducir in the Subjunctive Mood

Es importante que introduzcas tus datos personales con cuidado. (It’s important that you enter your personal information carefully.)

El instructor sugirió que introduzcamos un nuevo método en la próxima reunión. (The instructor suggested that we introduce a new method at the next meeting.)

Ojalá que introduzcan nuevas rutas de autobús para facilitar el transporte. (I hope they introduce new bus routes to facilitate transportation.)

Aunque sea difícil, es necesario que introduzcas cambios en tu estilo de vida. (Even though it’s difficult, it’s necessary that you introduce changes to your lifestyle.)

El chef recomienda que introduzcamos nuevos ingredientes a nuestra dieta. (The chef recommends that we introduce new ingredients into our diet.)

Es fundamental que la empresa introduzca medidas de seguridad para proteger los datos de los clientes. (It’s essential that the company introduces security measures to protect customer data.)

Tal vez sería bueno que introduzcáis actividades recreativas en el campamento de verano. (Maybe it would be good if you introduced recreational activities at the summer camp.)

Insisto en que introduzcas ese tema con tacto en la próxima reunión familiar. (I insist that you introduce that topic tactfully at the next family gathering.)

Sería genial que introduzcan un nuevo sabor de helado para el verano. (It would be great if they introduced a new ice cream flavor for the summer.)

Quiero que introduzcas a tus amigos a mi familia en la próxima cena. (I want you to introduce your friends to my family at the next dinner.)

Es crucial que introduzcamos nuevas tecnologías para mantenernos competitivos. (It’s crucial that we introduce new technologies to remain competitive.)

Espero que introduzcan un programa de reciclaje en la comunidad. (I hope they introduce a recycling program in the community.)

Tal vez introduzcáis algunas actividades al aire libre en el campamento juvenil. (Maybe you could introduce some outdoor activities at the youth camp.)

Sugiero que introduzcamos un nuevo sistema de reservas en línea. (I suggest that we introduce a new online reservation system.)

Es importante que la compañía introduzca políticas de inclusión en el lugar de trabajo. (It’s important that the company introduces inclusion policies in the workplace.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Introducir (to introduce) 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.