5. Advanced • Level 3

58. Subjunctive Mood

Quick Lesson

1Definition

Used after verbs of suggestion, demand, or importance (Suggest, Insist, Essential).

2The Rule

Use the

3BASE FORM

of the verb (Infinitive without 'to'). Even for He/She/It. - No 's'. No 'ed'. No 'ing'.

4Examples

- "I suggest that he

5go

." (Not 'goes'). - "It is essential that she

6be

here." (Not 'is'). - "The boss demands that we

7be

on time."
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