To conjugate a reflexive verb in the present tense in Spanish, you typically follow these steps:
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Identify the reflexive verb: Recognize the verb that needs to be conjugated which typically ends in "-se" (e.g., "lavarse").
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Remove the reflexive pronoun: Separate the reflexive pronoun (me, te, se, nos, os, se) from the verb. For example, in "lavarse," remove "se" to get "lavar."
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Conjugate the verb in the present tense: Conjugate the main verb according to the subject. For example, "lavar" in the present tense becomes "lavo" for "yo," "lavas" for "tú," and so on.
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Reattach the reflexive pronoun: Place the reflexive pronoun back in accordance with the subject of the sentence. The pronoun must agree with the subject. For example:
- Yo me lavo.
- Tú te lavas.
- Él/Ella/Usted se lava.
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Use the correct subject pronoun: Ensure that you are using the appropriate subject pronoun to match the context of your sentence.
By following these steps in order, you can correctly conjugate a reflexive verb in the present tense.