Subjunctive Mood
Jared Aragona
Subjunctive mood: Use the subjective mood when writing of hypotheticals, imaginary scenarios, or suggestions.
Hypothetical:
If he were a more diligent student, he would perform better on tests.
If Jonas were here, the presentation would flow more smoothly.
Imaginary Scenario:
If I were seven feet tall, I’d focus my life entirely on basketball.
If she were any other animal but a human, she’d be a sloth.
Suggestions:
If the second paper were to be assigned at the end of the month, the students would be able to manage their time better.
I suggest the graduates arrive after the families have sat down.
The MLCKRB (Master List Code Key and Rule Book): An English Grammar & Style Handbook by Jared Aragona, CC BY 4.0
