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callar Present Subjunctive Conjugation

callarto be silent

A1regular -ar★★★★★
Quick answer:

The present subjunctive of callar is regular: calle, calles, calle, callemos, calléis, callen.

callar Present Subjunctive Forms

yocalle
calles
él/ella/ustedcalle
nosotroscallemos
vosotroscalléis
ellos/ellas/ustedescallen

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use the subjunctive to express a wish, doubt, or command regarding someone being silent (e.g., 'I want you to be quiet').

Notes on callar in the Present Subjunctive

Callar is regular in the subjunctive. It uses the -e endings typical for -ar verbs.

Example Sentences

  • Espero que ella calle durante la película.

    I hope she stays quiet during the movie.

    él/ella/usted

  • Dudo que ellos callen lo sucedido.

    I doubt they will keep what happened quiet.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

  • Quiero que tú calles un momento.

    I want you to be quiet for a moment.

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Confusing 'calle' (the verb form) with 'calle' (the noun for street).

    Correct: Context is key; 'calle' can mean 'street' or 'that he/she be silent'.

    Why: They are spelled identically (homonyms).

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