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In what circumstances should the present subjunctive be used in Spanish and how is it formed?

The subjunctive is a verb 'mood' in Spanish. There are many trigger phrases for the subjunctive and it can exist in both the present and imperfect (past) tense. However, today we will focus on just the prese...
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Answered by Megan J. • Spanish tutor
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What are the different types of si clause?

There are four main types of si clause in Spanish, and they are as follows: Si + Present + Present - This is used to convey a habitual action where one action is a direct consequence of another. In all of th...
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Answered by Fergus Y. • Spanish tutor
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Do you say "Habían muchas personas" or "Había muchas personas"? Which form is correct?

The second one is the correct! This is the impersonal use of the verb "haber", so the sentence lacks of subject. The mistake comes when people think "muchas personas" is the subject and t...
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Answered by Marcelo G. • Spanish tutor
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How do I conjugate tener, ser, ir and hacer in the preterite tense in Spanish?

Tener, ser and hacer are all irregular verbs in the preterite tense. Tener is conjugated using the stem tuv- to which different endings are added. Yo tuv e , tú tuv iste , él/ella/usted tuv o , nosotros tuv ...
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Answered by Anna B. • Spanish tutor
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How should I approach an essay question in the exam?

Essay questions can seem overwhelming at first glance, but there is a tried and tested approach that can really help you get a great mark. Firstly, it will help to prepare beforehand. Gather together all the...
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Answered by Oran M. • Spanish tutor
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