preferir — Subjunctive (Subjuntivo)
to prefer
The subjunctive conjugation of preferir (irregular stem-changing e>ie, ranked #126). 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 | prefiera * |
| tú | prefieras * |
| él/ella/Ud. | prefiera * |
| nosotros | prefiramos * |
| vosotros | prefiráis * |
| ellos/ellas/Uds. | prefieran * |
* Red forms deviate from the regular -ir subjunctive pattern.
Example sentence
Quiero que tú prefieras más.
I want you to prefer more.
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