Are there structural clues we can look for to determine whether "que" is meant to express a wish vs. disbelief or would it be contextual? I ask since sometimes the disbelief version can be followed by the subjunctive.
Que vs. que
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R Z.Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor
Que vs. que
This question relates to:Spanish lesson "Using que + the present subjunctive in Spanish to to express a wish/command"
Asked 4 years ago
Hola R
It is contextual but when we use "que" to express a disbelief/surprise, you normally find this in the form of a question:
¿Que te han despedido?
Are you telling me you've been fired?/ I can't believe you've been fired!
I hope this clarified it.
Saludos
Inma
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