sientas
/syen-tas/
that you feel
This image shows the concept of feeling an emotion, representing the meaning 'that you feel' (sientas).
sientas(Verb)
that you feel
?Used in the subjunctive mood after verbs of emotion, doubt, or necessity.
you feel
?Used in questions or negative statements that require the subjunctive.
📝 In Action
Espero que no te sientas mal por la noticia.
B1I hope you don't feel bad about the news.
Dudo que sientas lo mismo que yo.
B2I doubt that you feel the same thing as me.
¿Quieres que sientas mi mano para saber que estoy aquí?
B2Do you want to feel my hand so you know I'm here?
💡 Grammar Points
Subjunctive Trigger
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.
Stem Change
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).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Indicative/Subjunctive
Mistake: "No creo que tú sientes esto."
Correction: No creo que tú sientas esto. (When expressing doubt, Spanish requires the special subjunctive form.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Remember the Mood
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).
This depicts the action of seating someone else, illustrating the translation 'you seat' (sientas).
sientas(Verb)
you seat
?2nd person singular, Present Indicative, non-reflexive.
you set down
?Figurative meaning, e.g., setting a good precedent.
,it suits
?Used impersonally to mean something 'fits' or 'looks good' on someone.
📝 In Action
Tú sientas a los invitados en la mesa principal.
A2You seat the guests at the main table.
Ese color te sienta muy bien, ¿sabías?
B1That color suits you very well, did you know?
Si sientas un mal precedente, la gente lo seguirá.
B2If you set a bad precedent, people will follow it.
💡 Grammar Points
Reflexive vs. Non-Reflexive
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.'
⭐ Usage Tips
Use for Appearance
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.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: sientas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'sientas' to express a doubt about someone's feelings?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'sientas' have two different meanings, one indicative and one subjunctive?
This happens because 'sientas' is the exact form for two different verbs: the Present Subjunctive (tú form) of *sentir* (to feel) and the Present Indicative (tú form) of *sentar* (to seat/suit). You can only tell the difference by the context of the sentence.
If I want to use the verb 'to feel' in the indicative (a fact), what form should I use for 'tú'?
If you are stating a fact ('You feel happy'), you must use the Indicative form: 'Tú sientes feliz.' The form 'sientas' is only for doubt, wishes, or commands.