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gustar Present Subjunctive Conjugation

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A1regular -ar★★★★★
Quick answer:

The present subjunctive of gustar is regular: guste, gustes, guste, gustemos, gustéis, gusten.

gustar Present Subjunctive Forms

yoguste
gustes
él/ella/ustedguste
nosotrosgustemos
vosotrosgustéis
ellos/ellas/ustedesgusten

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use the present subjunctive after expressions of emotion, doubt, or hope regarding what people like.

Notes on gustar in the Present Subjunctive

Gustar is regular in the subjunctive. It follows the standard -ar verb pattern of switching 'a' to 'e'.

Example Sentences

  • Espero que te guste el postre.

    I hope you like the dessert.

    él/ella/usted

  • No creo que les gusten los cambios.

    I don't think they like the changes.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

  • Me alegra que nos guste el mismo grupo.

    I'm glad we like the same band.

    él/ella/usted

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Using 'gustas' after 'Espero que'.

    Correct: Espero que te guste.

    Why: Verbs expressing hope (esperar que) require the subjunctive mood.

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