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parecer Present Subjunctive Conjugation

parecerto seem

A1irregular (present 'yo' form) -er★★★★★
Quick answer:

The present subjunctive uses the 'parezc-' stem: parezca, parezcas, parezca, parezcamos, parezcáis, parezcan.

parecer Present Subjunctive Forms

yoparezca
parezcas
él/ella/ustedparezca
nosotrosparezcamos
vosotrosparezcáis
ellos/ellas/ustedesparezcan

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use this after expressions of doubt, emotion, or impersonal phrases like 'Es posible que...' or 'No creo que...'.

Notes on parecer in the Present Subjunctive

The 'zc' from the present 'yo' form (parezco) is carried through all forms of the present subjunctive.

Example Sentences

  • No creo que parezca una mala persona.

    I don't think he seems like a bad person.

    él/ella/usted

  • Busco un perro que no parezca peligroso.

    I'm looking for a dog that doesn't look dangerous.

    él/ella/usted

  • Espero que no te parezca mal.

    I hope it doesn't seem bad to you (I hope you don't mind).

    él/ella/usted

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Using 'pareca' without the 'z'.

    Correct: Use 'parezca'.

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

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