Confusing Subjunctive and Indicative

This form ('bendiga') is a special verb ending used to express hopes, wishes, or uncertainty. It's often used after 'que' (that) when expressing what you want someone else to do.

The Subjunctive Use

When giving a polite, formal command to 'usted' (you, formal), the verb uses this exact form: '¡Bendiga la casa!' (Bless the house!).

Formal Commands

Notice that 'bendecir' (to bless) follows the same pattern as 'decir' (to say) in its irregular parts, like the preterite ('bendije', 'dije') and the subjunctive ('bendiga', 'diga'). This helps with memory!

The 'Decir' Pattern

Very common, especially in formal wishes, prayers, and set phrases.

'Bendiga' is an irregular verb form of 'bendecir' (to bless), used to express wishes ('may bless') or formal commands ('bless'). Essential for understanding Spanish expressions of hope and prayer.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations