comenzar — Subjunctive (Subjuntivo)
to begin / to start
The subjunctive conjugation of comenzar (irregular stem-changing e>ie, ranked #54). Used in clauses expressing wishes, doubt, emotion, or uncertainty — typically after que. Triggers: querer, esperar, dudar, ojalá.
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Practice for free ↗ | Pronoun | Subjunctive conjugation |
|---|---|
| yo | comience * |
| tú | comiences * |
| él/ella/Ud. | comience * |
| nosotros | comencemos * |
| vosotros | comencéis * |
| ellos/ellas/Uds. | comiencen * |
* Red forms deviate from the regular -ar subjunctive pattern.
Example sentence
Quiero que tú comiences más.
I want you to begin more.
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