In addition to the basic WEIRDO formula, there are other constructions that require the Subjunctive. They all do technically fall into one of the WEIRDO categories; but because it involves longer clarification, it is easier to present them here separately. They still require the 3 part formula below.
Indefinite Antecedents | referring to the unknown or uncertainties |
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Indirect Commands | Similar to the English "Let John do that" |
Nosotros "Commands" i.e., Urgent Suggestions | Nosotros commands are similar to when we say "Vamos!" (Let's go!) but are stronger and more urgent: "Váyamos" (Let's GO, Let's Get Going!) |
The Subjunctive and Adverbial phrases | Things we imagine will happen when certain conditions are met |
Present Perfect Subjunctive | This is similar to the Present Perfect Tense but in the Subjunctive form |
Past Perfect Subjunctive | This is similar to the Past Perfect Tense but in the Subjunctive form |
Tal vez & Quizá(s) | Perhaps, maybe. When these are used to express doubt, the Subjunctive is required. |
There is a 3 part formula for using the Subjunctive. Each one of these three components MUST be in place.
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Subject #1 (indicative verb) (Select one of the WEIRDO categories) |
Que This is the conjunction necessary to introduce the subjunctive clause |
Subject #2 + verb in the subjunctive (the person or thing in our WEIRDO world) |