The Subjunctive Mood of Lograr is used to express wishes, desires, or uncertainty about achieving something, for example: Espero que logres tus metas. (I hope you achieve your goals.)

Lograr is a regular -ar verb, so its conjugations in the Present Subjunctive follow the typical pattern for this verb type.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Lograr (to achieve) in the Subjunctive Mood tense (Castilian Spanish):

Lograr generally means “to achieve” or “to attain”, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To accomplish or achieve: This is the most common meaning, expressing the desire or hope to accomplish or achieve something, for example, Espero que logres terminar el proyecto a tiempo (I hope you manage to finish the project on time).

To succeed: Similar to the previous meaning, but with a focus on succeeding or being successful, for example, Ojalá que logres aprobar el examen (I hope you succeed in passing the exam).

To get or obtain: Used when trying to get or obtain something, for example, Que logremos encontrar un buen apartamento (That we manage to find a good apartment).

To persuade or convince: Expressing the desire to persuade or convince someone, for example, Ojalá que logres convencerlo de ir al concierto (I hope you manage to convince him to go to the concert).

To make it (colloquial): In a more informal context, it can mean to make it or get through something difficult, for example, Que logres salir adelante después de la operación (That you make it through after the surgery).

Examples

Examples of Lograr in the Subjunctive Mood

Espero que mi hijo logre aprobar el examen de admisión a la universidad. (I hope my son passes the university admission exam.)

Para lograr una buena salud, es importante comer alimentos nutritivos y hacer ejercicio regularmente. (To achieve good health, it’s important to eat nutritious foods and exercise regularly.)

Aunque el proyecto es difícil, confío en que nuestro equipo logre terminarlo antes de la fecha límite. (Although the project is difficult, I trust that our team will finish it before the deadline.)

Ojalá que logremos resolver este conflicto de manera pacífica y justa para todas las partes involucradas. (I hope we can resolve this conflict in a peaceful and fair way for all parties involved.)

Es crucial que los líderes mundiales logren un acuerdo para combatir el cambio climático. (It’s crucial that world leaders reach an agreement to combat climate change.)

Aunque la tarea es complicada, estoy seguro de que lograrás dominarla con esfuerzo y perseverancia. (Although the task is complicated, I’m sure you’ll master it with effort and perseverance.)

Para lograr el éxito en los negocios, es necesario tener una visión clara y trabajar duro. (To achieve success in business, it’s necessary to have a clear vision and work hard.)

Espero que los atletas logren superar sus límites y establecer nuevos récords en esta competencia. (I hope the athletes surpass their limits and set new records in this competition.)

Aunque el camino es difícil, confío en que lograremos alcanzar nuestras metas si trabajamos juntos. (Although the path is difficult, I trust that we will achieve our goals if we work together.)

Es importante que los jóvenes logren desarrollar habilidades y valores que les permitan tener éxito en la vida. (It’s important for young people to develop skills and values that allow them to be successful in life.)

Ojalá que los científicos logren encontrar una cura para esa enfermedad tan devastadora. (I hope scientists find a cure for that devastating disease.)

Para lograr una sociedad más justa, debemos eliminar las desigualdades y promover la igualdad de oportunidades. (To achieve a more just society, we must eliminate inequalities and promote equal opportunities.)

Aunque el reto es grande, confío en que lograremos superar los obstáculos y alcanzar nuestros objetivos. (Although the challenge is great, I trust that we will overcome the obstacles and achieve our goals.)

Es crucial que los gobiernos logren implementar políticas efectivas para proteger el medio ambiente. (It’s crucial that governments implement effective policies to protect the environment.)

Espero que los artistas logren expresar sus ideas y emociones a través de sus obras de una manera única y cautivadora. (I hope the artists express their ideas and emotions through their works in a unique and captivating way.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Lograr (to achieve) 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.