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cubrir Present Subjunctive Conjugation

cubrirto cover

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Quick answer:

The present subjunctive uses -a endings: cubra, cubras, cubra, cubramos, cubráis, cubran.

cubrir Present Subjunctive Forms

yocubra
cubras
él/ella/ustedcubra
nosotroscubramos
vosotroscubráis
ellos/ellas/ustedescubran

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use this after expressions of doubt, desire, or necessity—for example, 'I want you to cover the cake' or 'It's important that we cover the plants'.

Notes on cubrir in the Present Subjunctive

Cubrir is regular in the present subjunctive, following the pattern of taking the 'yo' form (cubro) and swapping the vowel.

Example Sentences

  • Espero que la garantía cubra el motor.

    I hope the warranty covers the engine.

    él/ella/usted

  • Es necesario que cubramos las ventanas.

    It is necessary that we cover the windows.

    nosotros

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Using 'cubre' instead of 'cubra' after 'que'.

    Correct: Quiero que él lo cubra.

    Why: Expressions of will or desire trigger the subjunctive mood in the second clause.

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