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== Introduction ==
In this lesson, we will delve into the intricacies of the Catalan language by exploring the subjunctive mood. The subjunctive mood is a verb form used to express various states of unreality, such as wishes, doubts, possibilities, and emotions. It is a crucial aspect of Catalan grammar and mastering its usage will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in the language. Throughout this lesson, we will provide clear explanations, numerous examples, and engaging exercises to help you understand and practice the subjunctive mood in Catalan.
== Understanding the Subjunctive Mood ==


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The subjunctive mood is used in specific situations where uncertainty, doubt, or subjectivity is involved. It is often used after verbs or expressions that convey emotion, volition, necessity, or doubt. Let's take a closer look at some common situations where the subjunctive mood is used:


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=== Wishes and Desires ===
 
When expressing wishes or desires in Catalan, the subjunctive mood is used. For example:
 
* Espero que tinguis un bon dia. (I hope you have a good day.)
* Desitjo que guanyeu el partit. (I wish you win the match.)
* Vull que tinguis èxit en tot el que facis. (I want you to succeed in everything you do.)
 
=== Doubts and Uncertainty ===
 
The subjunctive mood is also used to express doubts, uncertainties, or hypothetical situations. For example:
 
* No crec que sigui una bona idea. (I don't think it's a good idea.)
* És possible que arribin aviat. (It's possible that they arrive soon.)
* Potser vingui a la festa. (Maybe he/she comes to the party.)
 
=== Necessity and Obligation ===


As a Catalan language teacher with 20 years of experience, I've found that the subjunctive mood can be a challenging topic for students to grasp. However, it is essential to learn this aspect of Catalan grammar as it is frequently used in conversation, writing, and even in literature. In this lesson, you will learn when to use the subjunctive mood of verbs, its different conjugations, and common irregulars.
When expressing necessity or obligation, the subjunctive mood is used in Catalan. For example:


* És important que estudis per a l'examen. (It's important that you study for the exam.)
* Cal que siguem puntuals. (We need to be punctual.)
* És imprescindible que ho facis ara mateix. (It's essential that you do it right now.)


<span link>Take a moment to explore these relevant pages as you conclude this lesson: [[Language/Catalan/Grammar/Dative-Case-in-Catalan|Dative Case in Catalan]] & [[Language/Catalan/Grammar/Alphabet-and-Pronunciation|Alphabet and Pronunciation]].</span>
=== Emotions and Feelings ===
== When to use the subjunctive mood ==


In Catalan, the subjunctive mood is used to express doubt, uncertainty, possibility, or desire. It can also be used in some subordinate clauses, such as after conjunctions like "que" or "si," to express a subordinate fact or action.  
The subjunctive mood is commonly used to express emotions, feelings, or judgments. For example:


Here are some examples:
* Em preocupa que no estigui bé. (I'm worried that he/she is not okay.)
* M'alegro que hagis guanyat. (I'm glad that you won.)
* És trist que hagin marxat. (It's sad that they left.)


* "Espero que ella pugui venir" (I hope she can come).
== Conjugating the Subjunctive Mood ==
* "Si tingues temps, podríem anar al cinema" (If you have time, we could go to the cinema).
* "És important que ho facis bé" (It's important that you do it well).


Note that in the above examples, the subjunctive mood is used in the subordinate clause; however, the main clause is in the indicative mood, expressing a fact or action.
To conjugate verbs in the subjunctive mood, we need to consider the stem of the verb and apply the appropriate endings. There are different conjugations for regular verbs depending on whether they are -ar, -er, or -ir verbs. Let's take a look at the conjugation patterns for each verb type:


== Conjugating the subjunctive mood ==
=== -ar Verbs ===


The subjunctive mood is formed by taking the third person plural (ells/elles) of the present tense, dropping the "-n" ending, and adding the appropriate endings. There are four different endings, depending on the verb group:
For -ar verbs, the present subjunctive endings are as follows:


* Verbs that end in "-ar"
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| parli  || [pərˈɫi] || speak (1st and 3rd person singular)
| parlar (to speak) || parli || I speak
|-
|-
| parlis  || [pərˈɫis] || speak (2nd person singular)
| parlar (to speak) || parlis || you speak (singular)
|-
|-
| parli  || [pərˈɫi] || speak (1st and 3rd person singular)
| parlar (to speak) || parli || he/she/it speaks
|-
|-
| parlem  || [pərˈɫem] || speak (1st person plural)
| parlar (to speak) || parlem || we speak
|-
|-
| parleu  || [pərˈɫew] || speak (2nd person plural)
| parlar (to speak) || parleu || you speak (plural)
|-
|-
| parlin  || [pərˈɫin] || speak (3rd person plural)
| parlar (to speak) || parlin || they speak
|}
|}


* Verbs that end in "-er" or "-re"
=== -er Verbs ===
 
For -er verbs, the present subjunctive endings are as follows:
 
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| temi  || [təˈmi] || fear (1st and 3rd person singular)
| beure (to drink) || begui || I drink
|-
|-
| temis  || [təˈmis] || fear (2nd person singular)
| beure (to drink) || beguis || you drink (singular)
|-
|-
| temi  || [təˈmi] || fear (1st and 3rd person singular)
| beure (to drink) || begui || he/she/it drinks
|-
|-
| temem  || [təˈmem] || fear (1st person plural)
| beure (to drink) || beguem || we drink
|-
|-
| temeu  || [təˈmew] || fear (2nd person plural)
| beure (to drink) || begueu || you drink (plural)
|-
|-
| temin  || [təˈmin] || fear (3rd person plural)
| beure (to drink) || beguin || they drink
|}
|}


* Verbs that end in "-ir" and have an alternate root in the present tense (a vowel change in the root)
=== -ir Verbs ===
 
For -ir verbs, the present subjunctive endings are as follows:
 
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| senti  || [sənˈti] || feel (1st and 3rd person singular)
| dormir (to sleep) || dormi || I sleep
|-
|-
| sentis  || [sənˈtis] || feel (2nd person singular)
| dormir (to sleep) || dormis || you sleep (singular)
|-
|-
| senti  || [sənˈti] || feel (1st and 3rd person singular)
| dormir (to sleep) || dormi || he/she/it sleeps
|-
|-
| sentim  || [sənˈtim] || feel (1st person plural)
| dormir (to sleep) || dormim || we sleep
|-
|-
| sentiu  || [sənˈtiw] || feel (2nd person plural)
| dormir (to sleep) || dormiu || you sleep (plural)
|-
|-
| sentin  || [sənˈtin] || feel (3rd person plural)
| dormir (to sleep) || dormin || they sleep
|}
|}


* Verbs with irregular stems
== Common Irregular Verbs ==
 
While most verbs follow regular conjugation patterns, there are some irregular verbs that have unique forms in the subjunctive mood. Let's take a look at a few commonly used irregular verbs and their corresponding subjunctive forms:
 
* Ser (to be):
 
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
|-
| sigui || [siˈɣwi] || be (1st and 3rd person singular)
| sigui || I am
|-
|-
| siguis || [siˈɣwis] || be (2nd person singular)
| siguis || you are (singular)
|-
|-
| sigui || [siˈɣwi] || be (1st and 3rd person singular)
| sigui || he/she/it is
|-
|-
| siguem || [siˈɣwem] || be (1st person plural)
| siguem || we are
|-
|-
| seguau  || [siˈɣwaw] || be (2nd person plural)
| sigueu || you are (plural)
|-
|-
| siguin || [siˈɣwin] || be (3rd person plural)
| siguin || they are
|}
|}


Note that some verbs have an irregular stem in the subjunctive; however, some of these irregularities follow a pattern. It is essential to study these irregular verbs to become familiar with them.
* Tenir (to have):


== Using the subjunctive mood with conjunctions ==
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| tingui || I have
|-
| tinguis || you have (singular)
|-
| tingui || he/she/it has
|-
| tinguem || we have
|-
| tingueu || you have (plural)
|-
| tinguen || they have
|}
 
* Fer (to do/make):
 
{| class="wikitable"
! Catalan !! Pronunciation !! English
|-
| faci || I do/make
|-
| facis || you do/make (singular)
|-
| faci || he/she/it does/makes
|-
| fem || we do/make
|-
| feu || you do/make (plural)
|-
| facin || they do/make
|}


One of the most common cases where the subjunctive mood is used in Catalan is after conjunctions. Here are some of the most common conjunctions that trigger the use of the subjunctive:
== Exercises ==


* Que: used to express wishes, doubts, or requests. For example: "Vull que els meus fills siguin feliços" (I want my children to be happy).
Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Complete the following exercises to practice using the subjunctive mood in Catalan.
* Si: used to express hypotheses. For example: "Si fos ric, viatjaria per tot el món" (If I were rich, I would travel around the world).
* Com si: used to express hypothetical actions. For example: "Ho va fer com si no sabés res" (He did it as if he didn't know anything).
* Tot i que: used to express concession or opposition. For example: "Tot i que plou, sortiré a córrer" (Even though it's raining, I will go running).
* Abans que: used to express priority. For example: "Cal fer els deures abans que puguis jugar" (You must do your homework before you can play).
* Mentres que: used to express simultaneous actions. For example: "Estudiaré mentres que tu cuinis el sopar" (I will study while you cook dinner).


It is important to remember that the subjunctive mood is not always required after conjunctions. In some cases, the indicative mood can be used instead, depending on the context and meaning of the sentence.
Exercise 1: Conjugate the following verbs in the subjunctive mood:


== Common irregular verbs ==
1. Parlar (to speak) - he/she/it speaks
2. Beure (to drink) - we drink
3. Dormir (to sleep) - they sleep
4. Ser (to be) - you are (singular)
5. Tenir (to have) - I have
6. Fer (to do/make) - you do/make (plural)


As mentioned earlier, some verbs have an irregular stem in the subjunctive mood. Here are some of the most common ones to watch out for:
Exercise 1 Solution:


* Anar: vagi, vagis, vagi, anem, aneu, vagen (to go)
1. Parli
* Dir: digui, diguis, digui, diguem, dieguis, diguin (to say)
2. Beguem
* Fer: faci, facis, faci, fem, feu, facin (to do, to make)
3. Dormin
* Haver: hagi, hagis, hagi, hàgim, hàgiu, hagin (to have)
4. Siguis
* Ser: sigui, siguis, sigui, siguem, seguau, siguin (to be)
5. Tingui
6. Feu


It is essential to practice and memorize these irregular verbs to become comfortable using the subjunctive mood in conversation and writing.
== Conclusion ==


I hope this lesson has provided a useful introduction to the subjunctive mood in Catalan. With practice and patience, you will soon be able to use this grammatical aspect with ease and confidence. Don't forget to check out the other lessons in the "Complete 0 to A1 Catalan Course" to advance your skills further.
Congratulations! You have successfully completed the lesson on the subjunctive mood in Catalan. By understanding when and how to use the subjunctive mood, you can convey emotions, wishes, doubts, and obligations more effectively in your conversations. Remember to practice using the subjunctive mood in your daily language interactions to solidify your understanding and improve your fluency in Catalan.


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Catalan → Grammar → 0 to A1 Course → Subjunctive mood

Introduction

In this lesson, we will delve into the intricacies of the Catalan language by exploring the subjunctive mood. The subjunctive mood is a verb form used to express various states of unreality, such as wishes, doubts, possibilities, and emotions. It is a crucial aspect of Catalan grammar and mastering its usage will greatly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in the language. Throughout this lesson, we will provide clear explanations, numerous examples, and engaging exercises to help you understand and practice the subjunctive mood in Catalan.

Understanding the Subjunctive Mood

The subjunctive mood is used in specific situations where uncertainty, doubt, or subjectivity is involved. It is often used after verbs or expressions that convey emotion, volition, necessity, or doubt. Let's take a closer look at some common situations where the subjunctive mood is used:

Wishes and Desires

When expressing wishes or desires in Catalan, the subjunctive mood is used. For example:

  • Espero que tinguis un bon dia. (I hope you have a good day.)
  • Desitjo que guanyeu el partit. (I wish you win the match.)
  • Vull que tinguis èxit en tot el que facis. (I want you to succeed in everything you do.)

Doubts and Uncertainty

The subjunctive mood is also used to express doubts, uncertainties, or hypothetical situations. For example:

  • No crec que sigui una bona idea. (I don't think it's a good idea.)
  • És possible que arribin aviat. (It's possible that they arrive soon.)
  • Potser vingui a la festa. (Maybe he/she comes to the party.)

Necessity and Obligation

When expressing necessity or obligation, the subjunctive mood is used in Catalan. For example:

  • És important que estudis per a l'examen. (It's important that you study for the exam.)
  • Cal que siguem puntuals. (We need to be punctual.)
  • És imprescindible que ho facis ara mateix. (It's essential that you do it right now.)

Emotions and Feelings

The subjunctive mood is commonly used to express emotions, feelings, or judgments. For example:

  • Em preocupa que no estigui bé. (I'm worried that he/she is not okay.)
  • M'alegro que hagis guanyat. (I'm glad that you won.)
  • És trist que hagin marxat. (It's sad that they left.)

Conjugating the Subjunctive Mood

To conjugate verbs in the subjunctive mood, we need to consider the stem of the verb and apply the appropriate endings. There are different conjugations for regular verbs depending on whether they are -ar, -er, or -ir verbs. Let's take a look at the conjugation patterns for each verb type:

-ar Verbs

For -ar verbs, the present subjunctive endings are as follows:

Catalan Pronunciation English
parlar (to speak) parli I speak
parlar (to speak) parlis you speak (singular)
parlar (to speak) parli he/she/it speaks
parlar (to speak) parlem we speak
parlar (to speak) parleu you speak (plural)
parlar (to speak) parlin they speak

-er Verbs

For -er verbs, the present subjunctive endings are as follows:

Catalan Pronunciation English
beure (to drink) begui I drink
beure (to drink) beguis you drink (singular)
beure (to drink) begui he/she/it drinks
beure (to drink) beguem we drink
beure (to drink) begueu you drink (plural)
beure (to drink) beguin they drink

-ir Verbs

For -ir verbs, the present subjunctive endings are as follows:

Catalan Pronunciation English
dormir (to sleep) dormi I sleep
dormir (to sleep) dormis you sleep (singular)
dormir (to sleep) dormi he/she/it sleeps
dormir (to sleep) dormim we sleep
dormir (to sleep) dormiu you sleep (plural)
dormir (to sleep) dormin they sleep

Common Irregular Verbs

While most verbs follow regular conjugation patterns, there are some irregular verbs that have unique forms in the subjunctive mood. Let's take a look at a few commonly used irregular verbs and their corresponding subjunctive forms:

  • Ser (to be):
Catalan Pronunciation English
sigui I am
siguis you are (singular)
sigui he/she/it is
siguem we are
sigueu you are (plural)
siguin they are
  • Tenir (to have):
Catalan Pronunciation English
tingui I have
tinguis you have (singular)
tingui he/she/it has
tinguem we have
tingueu you have (plural)
tinguen they have
  • Fer (to do/make):
Catalan Pronunciation English
faci I do/make
facis you do/make (singular)
faci he/she/it does/makes
fem we do/make
feu you do/make (plural)
facin they do/make

Exercises

Now it's time to put your knowledge to the test! Complete the following exercises to practice using the subjunctive mood in Catalan.

Exercise 1: Conjugate the following verbs in the subjunctive mood:

1. Parlar (to speak) - he/she/it speaks 2. Beure (to drink) - we drink 3. Dormir (to sleep) - they sleep 4. Ser (to be) - you are (singular) 5. Tenir (to have) - I have 6. Fer (to do/make) - you do/make (plural)

Exercise 1 Solution:

1. Parli 2. Beguem 3. Dormin 4. Siguis 5. Tingui 6. Feu

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully completed the lesson on the subjunctive mood in Catalan. By understanding when and how to use the subjunctive mood, you can convey emotions, wishes, doubts, and obligations more effectively in your conversations. Remember to practice using the subjunctive mood in your daily language interactions to solidify your understanding and improve your fluency in Catalan.

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