Here are the steps for conjugating a reflexive verb in the present tense, placed in the correct order:
- Identify the subject.
- Drop the -se from the end of the verb.
- Change the -se to the appropriate reflexive pronoun to agree with the subject and place directly in front of the verb.
- Drop the -ar/-er/-ir from the end of the verb.
- Choose the appropriate ending to agree with the subject and attach to the end of the verb.
This order ensures you first identify the subject, modify the verb form, and then apply the reflexive pronoun before finalizing the conjugation with the correct ending.