proteger — Subjunctive (Subjuntivo)
to protect
The subjunctive conjugation of proteger (irregular spelling-change -cer/cir, ranked #144). 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 | proteja * |
| tú | protejas * |
| él/ella/Ud. | proteja * |
| nosotros | protejamos * |
| vosotros | protejáis * |
| ellos/ellas/Uds. | protejan * |
* Red forms deviate from the regular -er subjunctive pattern.
Example sentence
Quiero que tú protejas más.
I want you to protect more.
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