Confusing Subjunctive with Simple Past

This form, *tuvieran*, is used when the main part of the sentence expresses an emotion, desire, doubt, or requirement that happened in the past. It shows that the possession or state ('having' something) was uncertain or dependent on someone else's feelings.

The Imperfect Subjunctive's Role

A very common use is in 'if...then' sentences. *Tuvieran* sets up the hypothetical condition: 'Si **tuvieran** (If they **had**), then they would do something.'

Conditional Sentences

Remember *tuvieran* is only for the third-person plural (ellos/ellas) and the formal second-person plural (ustedes). It always refers to a group.

The 'They/You All' Form

A very common form of the verb 'tener' (to have), frequently used in complex sentences that express desire, doubt, or hypothetical situations.

Learn the meaning and correct use of the Spanish verb form 'tuvieran' (imperfect subjunctive of 'tener'). Understand its use in conditional sentences and expressions of doubt or desire.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

subjunctive

imperfect

present

imperative

affirmative

negative

indicative

imperfect

conditional

present

preterite

future

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