Vocab 37

Question 1

Sentimos que hayas tenido que pasar por una situación tan difícil.
(We regret that you had to go through such a difficult situation.)

Answer 1

When sentir expresses regret, it triggers the subjunctive in the dependent clause

Question 2

Siento que no puedas venir a mi fiesta.
(I regret that you can’t come to my party.)

Answer 2

When sentir expresses regret, it triggers the subjunctive in the dependent clause

Question 3

Ella siente que su comentario ofendiera a alguien.
(She regrets that her comment offended someone.)

Answer 3

When sentir expresses regret, it triggers the subjunctive in the dependent clause

Question 4

Siento que no me haya explicado con más claridad.
(I regret that I didn’t explain myself more clearly.)

Answer 4

When sentir expresses regret, it triggers the subjunctive in the dependent clause

Question 5

¿Sientes que tus acciones hayan causado problemas?
(Do you regret that your actions caused problems?)

Answer 5

When sentir expresses regret, it triggers the subjunctive in the dependent clause

Question 6

El equipo sintió que no lograran ganar el campeonato.
(The team regretted that they didn’t manage to win the championship.)

Answer 6

When sentir expresses regret, it triggers the subjunctive in the dependent clause

Question 7

Estoy contento de que hayas conseguido el trabajo que querías.
(I’m happy that you got the job you wanted.)

Answer 7

estar contento de que (to be happy/content that) with subjunctive dependent clauses. The subjunctive is used because the expression conveys emotion

Question 8

Estamos contentos de que nuestros amigos puedan venir a la cena.
(We’re happy that our friends can come to the dinner.)

Answer 8

estar contento de que (to be happy/content that) with subjunctive dependent clauses. The subjunctive is used because the expression conveys emotion

Question 9

Ella está contenta de que sus padres la apoyen en su decisión.
(She’s happy that her parents support her in her decision.)

Answer 9

estar contento de que (to be happy/content that) with subjunctive dependent clauses. The subjunctive is used because the expression conveys emotion

Question 10

Estoy contento de que no haya llovido durante nuestra caminata.
(I’m happy that it didn’t rain during our hike.)

Answer 10

estar contento de que (to be happy/content that) with subjunctive dependent clauses. The subjunctive is used because the expression conveys emotion

Question 11

¿Estás contento de que tu proyecto haya sido aceptado?
(Are you happy that your project was accepted?)

Answer 11

estar contento de que (to be happy/content that) with subjunctive dependent clauses. The subjunctive is used because the expression conveys emotion

Question 12

Ellos están contentos de que el concierto no se haya cancelado.
(They’re happy that the concert wasn’t canceled.)

Answer 12

estar contento de que (to be happy/content that) with subjunctive dependent clauses. The subjunctive is used because the expression conveys emotion

Question 13

Estoy seguro de que ella vendrá a la reunión.
(I am sure that she will come to the meeting.)

Answer 13

Verb + Adjective + que + Dependent Clause (Indicative)

Question 14

Es evidente que los estudiantes comprenden la lección.
(It’s evident that the students understand the lesson.)

Answer 14

Verb + Adjective + que + Dependent Clause (Indicative)

Question 15

Estamos conscientes de que necesitamos más tiempo.
(We are aware that we need more time.)

Answer 15

Verb + Adjective + que + Dependent Clause (Indicative)

Question 16

Es obvio que él sabe mucho sobre el tema.
(It’s obvious that he knows a lot about the topic.)

Answer 16

Verb + Adjective + que + Dependent Clause (Indicative)

Question 17

Estoy convencido de que el plan funcionará.
(I’m convinced that the plan will work.)

Answer 17

Verb + Adjective + que + Dependent Clause (Indicative)

Question 18

Es cierto que el clima está cambiando.
(It’s true that the climate is changing.)

Answer 18

Verb + que + Dependent Clause (Indicative)

Question 19

Afirmamos que él dijo la verdad.
(We affirm that he told the truth.)

Answer 19

Verb + que + Dependent Clause (Indicative)

Question 20

• “Es una buena idea ser/hacer amigos de los compañeros de trabajo.” (It’s a good idea to be friends with coworkers.)

“Es una buena idea que seas amigos de los compañeros de trabajo.” (It’s a good idea that you be friends with coworkers.)

Answer 20

es una buena idea + infinitive verb

es una buena idea que + subjunctive clause

Question 21

la brújula

Answer 21

Brújula means “compass”

Question 22

la brujería

Answer 22

Brujería means “witchcraft” in Spanish. It refers to the practice of magic or sorcery, typically involving rituals, spells, or the use of supernatural powers. It can also be used more broadly to refer to anything considered magical or mysterious.

Question 23

colgar
descolgar

Answer 23

colgar = to hung up phone call
descolgar = to pick up / answer phone call

Question 24

El murciélago

Answer 24

El murciélago means “bat” in Spanish

Question 25

porfa
profe

Answer 25

porfa = por favor
profe = profesor

Question 26

enfatizar

Sí, po

Answer 26

Enfatizar means “to emphasize” in Spanish. It refers to the act of giving special importance or attention to something in order to highlight it or make it stand out.

En Chile, po se usa para enfatizar. Significa obvio, claro

Question 27

Me dejó colgado sin decirme nada. (He/she left me hanging without saying anything.)

Answer 27

Dejar colgado is an idiomatic expression in Spanish that means “to leave someone hanging” or “to leave someone in the lurch.” It refers to leaving someone without support or not following through on a commitment or promise, leaving them waiting or uncertain. It can also mean to leave something unfinished or unresolved.

Question 28

No me gusta que me dejen colgado en medio de una conversación. (I don’t like being left hanging in the middle of a conversation.)

Answer 28

Dejar colgado is an idiomatic expression in Spanish that means “to leave someone hanging” or “to leave someone in the lurch.” It refers to leaving someone without support or not following through on a commitment or promise, leaving them waiting or uncertain. It can also mean to leave something unfinished or unresolved.

Question 29

Te prometí que te ayudaría, pero al final te dejé colgado. (I promised I would help you, but in the end, I left you hanging.

Answer 29

Dejar colgado is an idiomatic expression in Spanish that means “to leave someone hanging” or “to leave someone in the lurch.” It refers to leaving someone without support or not following through on a commitment or promise, leaving them waiting or uncertain. It can also mean to leave something unfinished or unresolved.

Question 30

No dejes colgado a tu amigo, ¡responde su mensaje! (Don’t leave your friend hanging, respond to his/her message!)

Answer 30

Dejar colgado is an idiomatic expression in Spanish that means “to leave someone hanging” or “to leave someone in the lurch.” It refers to leaving someone without support or not following through on a commitment or promise, leaving them waiting or uncertain. It can also mean to leave something unfinished or unresolved.

Question 31

en mis trabajos anteriores

Answer 31

anterior = past

Question 32

Nos avisamos cuando lleguemos. (We will notify each other when we arrive.)

Answer 32

Avisarse is a reflexive verb in Spanish that can mean “to notify each other” or “to inform each other.” It is used when people communicate or inform one another about something.

Question 33

Es importante avisarse de cualquier cambio. (It’s important to inform each other of any change.)

Answer 33

Avisarse is a reflexive verb in Spanish that can mean “to notify each other” or “to inform each other.” It is used when people communicate or inform one another about something.

Question 34

Te aviso si llego.

Answer 34

avisar = to inform sb., to notify sb.

Question 35

“A pesar de que hace frío, vamos a salir.”
(Despite the fact that it’s cold, we’re going out.)
The cold is a fact.

Answer 35

The phrase “a pesar de que” (despite, even though) can be followed by either the indicative or the subjunctive, depending on the context and the speaker’s intent.

Question 36

“A pesar de que tiene razón, no estoy de acuerdo.”
(Despite the fact that he/she is right, I don’t agree.)
It’s acknowledged that the person is right.

Answer 36

The phrase “a pesar de que” (despite, even though) can be followed by either the indicative or the subjunctive, depending on the context and the speaker’s intent.

Question 37

“A pesar de que sea difícil, lo intentaré.”
(Despite the fact that it might be difficult, I’ll try.)
The difficulty is not certain; it’s hypothetical.

Answer 37

The phrase “a pesar de que” (despite, even though) can be followed by either the indicative or the subjunctive, depending on the context and the speaker’s intent.

Exception: When there’s no change in subject.
If the subject of the sentence doesn’t change, “antes de” (without “que”) is used, and it’s followed by the infinitive.

“Salí antes de comer.”
(I left before eating.)
The same subject (I) performs both actions.

Question 38

“A pesar de que no lo entiendas, es importante.”
(Despite the fact that you might not understand it, it’s important.)
It’s uncertain whether the person understands or not.

Answer 38

The phrase “a pesar de que” (despite, even though) can be followed by either the indicative or the subjunctive, depending on the context and the speaker’s intent.

Exception: When there’s no change in subject.
If the subject of the sentence doesn’t change, “antes de” (without “que”) is used, and it’s followed by the infinitive.

“Salí antes de comer.”
(I left before eating.)
The same subject (I) performs both actions.

Question 39

“Sal de casa antes de que empiece a llover.”
(Leave the house before it starts to rain.)
The rain hasn’t started yet; it’s hypothetical.

Answer 39

The phrase “antes de que” (before) is almost always followed by the subjunctive, because it introduces an action or state that is anticipated but has not yet occurred

Exception: When there’s no change in subject.
If the subject of the sentence doesn’t change, “antes de” (without “que”) is used, and it’s followed by the infinitive.

“Salí antes de comer.”
(I left before eating.)
The same subject (I) performs both actions.

Question 40

“Estudiaremos antes de que venga el profesor.”
(We’ll study before the teacher arrives.)
The arrival hasn’t happened yet; it’s anticipated.

Answer 40

The phrase “antes de que” (before) is almost always followed by the subjunctive, because it introduces an action or state that is anticipated but has not yet occurred

Exception: When there’s no change in subject.
If the subject of the sentence doesn’t change, “antes de” (without “que”) is used, and it’s followed by the infinitive.

“Salí antes de comer.”
(I left before eating.)
The same subject (I) performs both actions.

Question 41

“Apaga las luces antes de que se quemen.”
(Turn off the lights before they burn out.)

Answer 41

The phrase “antes de que” (before) is almost always followed by the subjunctive, because it introduces an action or state that is anticipated but has not yet occurred

Exception: When there’s no change in subject.
If the subject of the sentence doesn’t change, “antes de” (without “que”) is used, and it’s followed by the infinitive.

“Salí antes de comer.”
(I left before eating.)
The same subject (I) performs both actions.

Question 42

“Haré mi tarea después de que termines la tuya.”
(I’ll do my homework after you finish yours.)
The finishing of the other person’s homework hasn’t happened yet, so it’s uncertain.

Answer 42

When the action is a fact or has already happened, the indicative is used.

“Salimos después de que terminó la reunión.”
(We left after the meeting ended.)
The meeting is a completed event.
“Me llamó después de que llegó a casa.”
(She/he called me after getting home.)
The arrival at home is factual and in the past.

Question 43

“Iremos al parque después de que deje de llover.”
(We’ll go to the park after it stops raining.)
The rain stopping is hypothetical.

Answer 43

When the action is a fact or has already happened, the indicative is used.

“Salimos después de que terminó la reunión.”
(We left after the meeting ended.)
The meeting is a completed event.
“Me llamó después de que llegó a casa.”
(She/he called me after getting home.)
The arrival at home is factual and in the past.

Question 44

“Lleva un paraguas en caso de que llueva.”
(Take an umbrella in case it rains.)
The rain is not certain; it’s a possibility.

Answer 44

The phrase “en caso de que” (in case) is always followed by the subjunctive, because it introduces a hypothetical or possible situation.

Structure Variation Without “Que”:
If the subject remains the same, you can use “en caso de” followed by the infinitive.

“En caso de necesitar algo, avísame.”
(In case you need something, let me know.)

Question 45

“Voy a dejar mi número en caso de que lo necesites.”
(I’ll leave my number in case you need it.)
The need is hypothetical.

Answer 45

The phrase “en caso de que” (in case) is always followed by the subjunctive, because it introduces a hypothetical or possible situation.

Structure Variation Without “Que”:
If the subject remains the same, you can use “en caso de” followed by the infinitive.

“En caso de necesitar algo, avísame.”
(In case you need something, let me know.)

Question 46

“Cocinaremos algo más en caso de que lleguen más invitados.”
(We’ll cook something else in case more guests arrive.)
The arrival of more guests is uncertain.

Answer 46

The phrase “en caso de que” (in case) is always followed by the subjunctive, because it introduces a hypothetical or possible situation.

Structure Variation Without “Que”:
If the subject remains the same, you can use “en caso de” followed by the infinitive.

“En caso de necesitar algo, avísame.”
(In case you need something, let me know.)