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favorecer Present Subjunctive Conjugation

favorecerto benefit

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Quick answer:

The ZC change from the 'yo' form carries through all persons: favorezca, favorezcas, etc.

favorecer Present Subjunctive Forms

yofavorezca
favorezcas
él/ella/ustedfavorezca
nosotrosfavorezcamos
vosotrosfavorezcáis
ellos/ellas/ustedesfavorezcan

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use this after expressions of desire, doubt, or necessity, such as 'Espero que...' or 'Es necesario que...'.

Notes on favorecer in the Present Subjunctive

Because the present indicative 'yo' form is 'favorezco', the entire present subjunctive uses 'favorezc-' as the stem.

Example Sentences

  • Busco un vestido que me favorezca.

    I'm looking for a dress that suits me (benefits my appearance).

    él/ella/usted

  • Es importante que la ley favorezca a los más necesitados.

    It is important that the law benefits those most in need.

    él/ella/usted

  • Dudo que estas medidas favorezcan la economía.

    I doubt these measures benefit the economy.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: favoreca

    Correct: favorezca

    Why: The subjunctive is built off the irregular 'yo' form of the present indicative.

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