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The indicative and subjunctive- Understanding!

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HI all, I'm having a hard time in understanding when and how to use the indicative and the subjunctive, I have watched some of the videos and read the references but I am still confused about the subjunctive and how it is used. I understand it is wishes and uncertainity, but is there a eaiser way to break it down. If anyone could give me advice and possibly examples I'd be grateful thanks!

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updated Jan 11, 2012
edited by ChicaLocaMary
posted by ChicaLocaMary

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There is really so much to the this topic that it's hard to put it here in a post. I would suggest learning about one aspect of the subjunctive mood and then practicing using it, when you have mastered that one, tackle another.

All rules seem to have exceptions but just as a general rule to get you started here's a couple of suggestions: wink

For example, get into the habit when you use the word 'cuando' to think" if what I'm going to say next is an anticipated action I should use the subjunctive."

Or when you use the words deseo or quiero followed by what you want someone else to do then make sure you use que and the subjunctive but if you follow them by something you want to do yourself then just use the infinitive with no que.

Then hopefully you won't find it so overwhelming smile

If you would like some practice why not join in here G A M E The Subjunctive

updated Jan 12, 2012
edited by Kiwi-Girl
posted by Kiwi-Girl
Perfect answer, Kiwi!! - territurtle, Jan 11, 2012
I'm so glad you stepped up and took this one on, Kiwi! - ajaks, Jan 11, 2012
I agree, good answer! - MLucie, Jan 11, 2012
Thanx guys :) - Kiwi-Girl, Jan 11, 2012
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Please look here

and here

smile

updated Jan 12, 2012
posted by chileno
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Oh and here's a couple of examples smile

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updated Jan 12, 2012
posted by Kiwi-Girl