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merecer Present Subjunctive Conjugation

merecerto deserve

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Quick answer:

The present subjunctive uses the 'merezc-' stem for all persons.

merecer Present Subjunctive Forms

yomerezca
merezcas
él/ella/ustedmerezca
nosotrosmerezcamos
vosotrosmerezcáis
ellos/ellas/ustedesmerezcan

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use this when expressing wishes, doubts, or emotions about what someone deserves (e.g., 'I hope you deserve...').

Notes on merecer in the Present Subjunctive

The 'zco' from the 'yo' form in the present indicative carries over to the entire subjunctive mood as 'merezca'.

Example Sentences

  • Espero que merezcas toda esta felicidad.

    I hope you deserve all this happiness.

  • No creo que él merezca ese castigo.

    I don't think he deserves that punishment.

    él/ella/usted

  • Busco a alguien que merezca mi confianza.

    I'm looking for someone who deserves my trust.

    yo

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Using 'mereca' instead of 'merezca'.

    Correct: merezca.

    Why: The stem must match the irregular 'yo' form (merezco).

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