regreses
reh-GREH-sehs
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Quiero que regreses a la oficina antes de las cinco.
B1I want you (tú) to return to the office before five.
Dudo que regreses tan pronto, el tráfico es terrible.
B2I doubt that you (tú) will come back so soon; the traffic is terrible.
No regreses sin haber comprado el pan.
B1Don't come back without having bought the bread.
💡 Grammar Points
Subjunctive Mood
'Regreses' is the special verb form (subjunctive) you use for 'tú' (you, informal singular) when you are expressing feelings, doubts, wishes, or influence about the action of returning.
Negative Commands
When you tell someone not to do something using 'tú' (e.g., 'Don't return'), you must use this form: 'No regreses.' The affirmative command is simply 'Regresa.'
❌ Common Pitfalls
Subjunctive vs. Indicative
Mistake: "Using the normal present form: 'Espero que tú regresas mañana.'"
Correction: You must use the special form: 'Espero que tú regreses mañana.' The 'que' often signals the need for the subjunctive.
⭐ Usage Tips
WISHES & DOUBTS
Think of 'regreses' as the form needed after phrases like 'Espero que...' (I hope that...) or 'Dudo que...' (I doubt that...).
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: regreses
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'regreses' to express a desire?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'regreses' the same as 'regresas'?
No, they are different! 'Regresas' is the simple present ('you return, factually'). 'Regreses' is the special form (subjunctive) used after words expressing hope, doubt, or commands like 'Quiero que regreses' (I want you to return).
Is 'regresar' more common than 'volver'?
'Volver' is generally more common and versatile across Spanish-speaking regions. However, 'regresar' is also very common and often preferred in more formal contexts or when emphasizing the physical movement back to a specific place.