Forgetting the Reflexive Pronoun

When using 'sentarse' (to sit down), you must include the reflexive pronoun 'se' (or 'me,' 'te,' 'nos,' etc.) because the action affects the person doing it.

The Reflexive 'Se'

This 'sientan' is used for facts or routines (Indicative). If you want to talk about feelings or wishes, you need the next definition!

Indicative vs. Subjunctive

Extremely common, used daily to talk about the physical act of sitting down.

Confusing Indicative and Subjunctive

This form ('sientan') is often used after words that express emotion, doubt, desire, or influence, like 'espero que' (I hope that) or 'es triste que' (it is sad that).

Subjunctive Trigger

Notice that when conjugating 'sentir,' the 'e' changes to 'i' in the 'nosotros' and 'vosotros' forms of the present subjunctive (sintamos, sintáis), which is unusual for stem-changing verbs.

E to I Stem Change

If you are talking about *internal* feelings (like happiness or sadness), use 'sentir.' If you are talking about *sitting down*, use 'sentarse' (Definition 1).

Reflexive vs. Non-Reflexive

Very common, essential when expressing feelings, opinions, or desires about a group.

Comprehensive guide to 'sientan,' covering its use as the Present Indicative of 'sentarse' (they sit down) and the Present Subjunctive of 'sentir' (that they feel). Includes full conjugation tables and examples.

sientan

Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

subjunctive

imperfect

present

imperative

negative

affirmative

indicative

imperfect

present

preterite

conditional

future

Practice Conjugations