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sobrar Present Subjunctive Conjugation

sobrarto be left over

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Quick answer:

The present subjunctive of sobrar is regular: sobre, sobres, sobre, sobremos, sobréis, sobren.

sobrar Present Subjunctive Forms

yosobre
sobres
él/ella/ustedsobre
nosotrossobremos
vosotrossobréis
ellos/ellas/ustedessobren

When to Use the Present Subjunctive

Use this when expressing a wish, doubt, or requirement about leftovers, such as 'I hope there is cake left over'.

Notes on sobrar in the Present Subjunctive

Sobrar is regular in the present subjunctive. It simply switches the -a endings of the indicative for -e endings.

Example Sentences

  • Espero que sobre un poco de pastel para mí.

    I hope there is a bit of cake left over for me.

    él/ella/usted

  • No creo que sobren entradas para el cine.

    I don't think there will be any movie tickets left.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

  • Dudo que te sobres de tiempo hoy.

    I doubt you will have extra time today.

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: Using 'sobra' (indicative) after 'espero que'.

    Correct: sobre

    Why: Expressions of hope or doubt require the subjunctive mood.

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