Que vs. que

R Z.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

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.

This question relates to:Spanish lesson "Using que + the present subjunctive in Spanish to to express a wish/command"

Asked 4 years ago

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InmaNative Spanish expert teacher in KwiziqCorrect answer

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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R Z. asked:

Que vs. que

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.

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