J'espère vraiment que vous ayez raison.

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#1
English Translation

I really hope you’re right.

can someone clarify the use of the subjonctif with “espoir” in this sentence ?

#2

Hi @microMEGAS,

Actually, I think the indicative should be used here. Compare these two sentences:

  • J’espère vraiment que vous avez raison. → Indicative

  • Je souhaite vraiment que vous ayez raison. → Subjonctive

tldr: In declarative sentences, “espérer que” is typically followed by the indicative.

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#3

thanks yottapolyglot, i was thinking the same thing but didn’t want to make a definitive assertion that might mislead or confuse other students.

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