valga
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📝 In Action
No creo que esta joya valga mucho dinero.
B1I don't think this jewel is worth much money.
Espero que mi esfuerzo valga la pena al final.
B2I hope my effort is worth it in the end.
Valga la aclaración, no soy yo quien tomó la decisión.
C1For the sake of clarity (Let the clarification be valid), I wasn't the one who made the decision.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'G' Irregularity
The base verb 'valer' is irregular because it adds a 'g' in the 'yo' form of the present indicative ('valgo') and in the entire present subjunctive (where we get 'valga').
Subjunctive Trigger
'Valga' is used when you express uncertainty, desire, or emotion about value. Phrases like 'No creo que...' (I don't believe that...) or 'Espero que...' (I hope that...) require this special verb form.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using the Indicative
Mistake: "No creo que vale la pena."
Correction: No creo que valga la pena. (When expressing doubt or disbelief, you must use the special subjunctive form.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Memorize the Phrase
The phrase 'que valga la pena' (that it's worth the effort) is one of the most common uses of 'valga'. Learn this phrase as a unit!
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
imperfect
present
preterite
subjunctive
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: valga
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'valga' to express doubt?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does 'valer' add a 'g' in the present tense?
This is a common irregularity in Spanish verbs like 'valer' (valgo), 'salir' (salgo), and 'tener' (tengo). It's a historical sound change, and you just need to memorize these forms, especially the 'yo' form 'valgo,' which then dictates all the forms of 'valga' in the subjunctive.
How is 'valga' used as a command?
'Valga' is the formal (Usted) command form. It is rarely used for people, but often used in formal speech or writing when saying things like 'Valga la aclaración' (Let the clarification be valid), which acts like a polite way to interrupt or clarify a point.