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“Sentir” (to feel) in the Subjunctive Mood

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Understanding the Subjunctive Mood of “Sentir”

The Present Subjunctive of Sentir is used to express wishes, emotions, doubts or uncertainties about an action or state of being in the present tense. For example, Es importante que sientas la confianza para expresarte. (It’s important that you feel the confidence to express yourself.)

Sentir is a stem-changing verb, meaning the vowel in the stem changes from ‘e’ to ‘ie’ in all subjunctive forms except nosotros and vosotros.

How to Use Sentir in the Subjunctive Mood

The present subjunctive of sentir is used to express wishes, desires, doubts, or uncertainty about an action or state.

To express wishes or desires: For example, Espero que sientas la felicidad que mereces. (I hope you feel the happiness you deserve.)

To express doubts or uncertainty: For example, No creo que sienta lo mismo por mí. (I don’t think he/she feels the same way about me.)

To express emotions or sensations: For example, Siento que algo anda mal. (I feel that something is wrong.) This usage can also be idiomatic, like ¡Siento que me muero! (I feel like I’m dying! – expressing exaggerated emotion).

To apologize (colloquial): For example, Siento llegar tarde. (Sorry I’m late.)

To express regret or sympathy: For example, Siento mucho tu pérdida. (I’m very sorry for your loss.)

To perceive or sense something (physical or emotional): For example, Siento un dolor en el pecho. (I feel a pain in my chest.)

Real Life Examples of Sentir in the Subjunctive Mood

Espero que sientas la emoción de viajar a un nuevo país. (I hope you feel the excitement of traveling to a new country.)

Es importante que sintamos empatía por los demás. (It’s important that we feel empathy for others.)

Ojalá que sientan la satisfacción de lograr sus metas. (I hope they feel the satisfaction of achieving their goals.)

Aunque la situación sea difícil, es crucial que sienta esperanza. (Even though the situation is difficult, it’s crucial that you feel hope.)

Me alegra que sientas pasión por tu trabajo. (I’m glad you feel passion for your work.)

Es normal que sintamos nostalgia por nuestro hogar cuando estamos lejos. (It’s normal for us to feel homesick when we’re away.)

Ojalá que sientan el orgullo de ser parte de esta comunidad. (I hope they feel the pride of being part of this community.)

Aunque sea incómodo, es importante que sienta la incomodidad para crecer. (Even though it’s uncomfortable, it’s important that you feel the discomfort to grow.)

Me preocupa que no sientas la confianza necesaria para tomar esa decisión. (I’m worried that you don’t feel the confidence needed to make that decision.)

Es fundamental que sintamos la responsabilidad de cuidar el medio ambiente. (It’s essential that we feel the responsibility to care for the environment.)

Ojalá que sientan la emoción de celebrar sus logros con sus seres queridos. (I hope they feel the excitement of celebrating their achievements with their loved ones.)

Aunque sea difícil, es importante que sienta la gratitud por las oportunidades que tiene. (Even though it’s difficult, it’s important that you feel gratitude for the opportunities you have.)

Me alegra que sientas la libertad de expresarte sin miedo. (I’m glad you feel the freedom to express yourself without fear.)

Es crucial que sintamos la motivación para seguir aprendiendo y creciendo. (It’s crucial that we feel the motivation to keep learning and growing.)

Ojalá que sientan la satisfacción de ayudar a los demás. (I hope they feel the satisfaction of helping others.)

Conjugation Chart with English Translations

Conjugations of Sentir (to feel) in the Subjunctive Mood (Latin American 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.