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preocupar Present Subjunctive Conjugation

preocuparto worry

A2regular -ar★★★★★
Quick answer:

The present subjunctive of preocupar is regular: preocupe, preocupes, preocupe, preocupemos, preocupéis, preocupen.

preocupar Present Subjunctive Forms

yopreocupe
preocupes
él/ella/ustedpreocupe
nosotrospreocupemos
vosotrospreocupéis
ellos/ellas/ustedespreocupen

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use the present subjunctive after expressions of emotion, doubt, or when someone wants to prevent others from worrying.

Notes on preocupar in the Present Subjunctive

Preocupar is regular. It follows the standard -ar change to -e.

Example Sentences

  • Espero que no te preocupes.

    I hope you don't worry.

  • Dudo que les preocupe el precio.

    I doubt the price worries them.

    él/ella/usted

  • Es normal que nos preocupemos.

    It's normal for us to worry.

    nosotros

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Using the indicative 'preocupas' after 'espero que'.

    Correct: Espero que te preocupes (subjunctive).

    Why: Verbs of emotion like 'esperar' trigger the subjunctive.

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