Indicative vs. Subjunctive

'Piense' is the special verb form (subjunctive) used when the sentence expresses doubt, desire, emotion, or uncertainty about the act of thinking. It usually follows words like 'espero que' (I hope that) or 'no creo que' (I don't believe that).

The Subjunctive Mood

The infinitive is 'pensar,' but the root vowel 'e' changes to 'ie' in many forms, including 'piense.' This change happens to keep the sound consistent.

Stem Change Reminder

Use 'piense' when giving a formal command to one person ('usted'): 'Piense en las consecuencias' (Think about the consequences).

Formal Commands

Extremely common, used whenever the verb 'pensar' (to think) is required in the special 'subjunctive' mood.

When 'pensar' means 'to plan to do something,' it is often followed directly by another verb in its base form (infinitive), or by the preposition 'en' if followed by a noun or idea.

Planning Future Actions

Commonly used to discuss future intentions or plans, usually followed by 'en' or an infinitive verb.

Learn the meaning and correct usage of the Spanish verb form 'piense,' the present subjunctive conjugation of 'pensar' (to think/to plan), used for expressing wishes, doubts, and formal commands.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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