Confusing Indicative/Subjunctive

This form ('sientas') is used after certain phrases like 'Espero que...' (I hope that...) or 'No creo que...' (I don't believe that...) because these introduce doubt or desire, not certainty.

Subjunctive Trigger

The verb 'sentir' is irregular. The 'e' in the middle changes to 'ie' in most present forms (siento, sientas, etc.), but changes to 'i' in the 'we' and 'you all' (vosotros) subjunctive forms (sintamos, sintáis).

Stem Change

If you are telling someone *what* they feel (a fact), use 'sientes' (Indicative). If you are expressing a wish or doubt *about* their feeling, use 'sientas' (Subjunctive).

Remember the Mood

Extremely common form used to discuss emotions, wishes, and doubts about how someone else feels.

The form 'sientas' (Indicative) means 'you seat someone.' To say 'you sit down,' you must add the little word 'te' before it: 'Tú te sientas.'

Reflexive vs. Non-Reflexive

A very common phrase is 'Te sienta bien' (It suits you well) or 'Te sienta mal' (It looks bad on you). This is a quick way to give compliments or critique appearance.

Use for Appearance

Moderately common, often used reflexively (te sientas) to mean 'you sit down,' but this non-reflexive form means 'you seat' or 'it suits.'

Comprehensive guide to the Spanish word 'sientas,' covering its two main forms: the Present Subjunctive of 'sentir' (that you feel) and the Present Indicative of 'sentar' (you seat/it suits). Includes full conjugation tables and usage tips.

sientas

Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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