| 9.1.9 Subjuntivo in relative clauses that express desires |
If the relative clause expresses a desire it is to be put in subjuntivo. This again is grounded on the basic rule: if something is not real, an expression of doubt, desire, intent or fear the subjuntivo is to be used.
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Busca
una mujer que sea guapa, rica, amable y joven.
= He looks for a woman that is beautiful, rich, loveable and young. Explanation: The relative clause expresses a wish, a desire. |
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Necesito
un coche que no necesite gasolina. = I need a car that doesn't need any gas. Explanation: The relative clause expresses a wish, or better a dream. |
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as
a comparison: Necesito ese coche, que corre
a 300 km la hora. = I need the car that goes at 300 km per hour. Explanation: It is a fact that I need that car and the car is a certain, real car. |
