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Conjugation Chart of “Pensar” (to think) in the Subjunctive Mood

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Understanding the Subjunctive Mood of “Pensar”

The presente de subjuntivo of pensar is used to express desires, doubts, or uncertainty about thinking or considering something, for example: Espero que pienses en mi propuesta. (I hope you consider my proposal.)

This is a stem-changing verb, where the ‘e’ changes to ‘ie’ in all subjunctive forms except nosotros and vosotros. This pattern is common among Spanish verbs with a similar vowel combination.

How to Use Pensar in the Subjunctive Mood

Pensar generally means “to think”, but has several different meanings in the Subjunctive Mood, some of which might surprise you.

To consider or contemplate: for example, Es importante que pensemos en las consecuencias de nuestras acciones. (It’s important that we consider the consequences of our actions.)

To intend or plan: for example, No pienso que vayamos a la fiesta. (I don’t intend for us to go to the party.)

To have an opinion: for example, Pienso que deberíamos tomar un descanso. (I think we should take a break.)

To believe or suppose: for example, Piensan que sea demasiado tarde para cambiar. (They believe it’s too late to change.)

To expect or imagine: for example, No pensaba que fuera tan difícil. (I didn’t expect it to be so difficult.)

Colloquial usage (to intend to do something, often with a negative connotation): for example, ¿Pensáis que os voy a dejar salir a estas horas? (Do you think I’m going to let you go out at this hour?)

Real Life Examples of Pensar in the Subjunctive Mood

Espero que mi hijo piense en ir a la universidad. (I hope my son considers going to university.)

Es importante que pienses en tu futuro. (It’s important that you think about your future.)

Aunque no estés seguro, piensa en las posibilidades. (Even if you’re not sure, consider the possibilities.)

Pensemos en formas de ahorrar energía. (Let’s think about ways to save energy.)

Ojalá que penséis en uniros al club de lectura. (I hope you all consider joining the book club.)

Es necesario que piensen en las consecuencias de sus acciones. (It’s necessary that they consider the consequences of their actions.)

Antes de tomar una decisión, piensa bien en los pros y los contras. (Before making a decision, carefully consider the pros and cons.)

No pienses que no puedes lograrlo, ¡sí puedes! (Don’t think you can’t achieve it, you can!)

Para tener éxito, piensa en grande. (To be successful, think big.)

Quiero que pensemos en formas de ayudar a los necesitados. (I want us to think about ways to help those in need.)

Tal vez penséis en cambiar de carrera. (Maybe you should consider changing careers.)

Es mejor que piensen detenidamente antes de actuar. (It’s better that they think carefully before acting.)

Ojalá que pienses en aprender un nuevo idioma. (I hope you consider learning a new language.)

Sugiero que pensemos en opciones más ecológicas. (I suggest we consider more eco-friendly options.)

Aunque parezca difícil, piensen en lo que pueden lograr. (Even though it seems difficult, consider what you can achieve.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Pensar (to think) in the Subjunctive Mood (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.