One of the preferred functions of the subjunctive is to express good wishes. These are almost independent expressions, the only existing case where subjunctive sentences seem to have no reference to another main clause.

Well, enough grammar, let’s practice.

Say which phrases you would use in these cases: ¡Qué tengas suerte! (Good luck!), ¡Que sea leve! (Take it easy!), ¡Que lo pases bien! (Have a good time!), ¡Que te mejores! (Get well soon!), ¡Que aproveche! (Enjoy your meal!).

Mañana salgo con mi novia de viaje a Cuba ____________________ (Tomorrow I’m leaving on a trip to Cuba with my girlfriend)

Este mes me tienen que operar _____________________ (I have to undergo surgery this month)

Mañana me examino del carné de conducir __________________ (I’m taking my driver’s license exam tomorrow)

Esta paella está buenísima ______________________ (This paella is delicious)

Estoy un poco resfriado y me voy a quedar en casa ____________________ (I’m a bit sick with a cold, so I’m staying at home)