Confusing Subjunctive and Indicative

This 'tengamos' form is used when the main part of the sentence expresses an opinion, wish, doubt, or demand (like 'Es importante que...' or 'Quiero que...').

The Subjunctive Trigger

This specific ending ('-mos') always means the action is being done by 'we' (nosotros/as).

'Nosotros' Form

The stem of 'tener' changes from 'ten-' to 'teng-' in the subjunctive mood. Remember: 'yo tengo' leads to 'que yo tenga,' and 'que nosotros tengamos'.

Key Irregularity

Extremely common, as it is a core form of the verb 'to have' used in suggestions, wishes, and doubts.

Using the Infinitive

When you want to say 'Let's...' in Spanish, you use the 'nosotros' form of the Present Subjunctive. This is how 'tengamos' works as a suggestion or command.

Imperative for 'We'

The negative command ('Don't let's...') also uses 'tengamos': 'No tengamos prisa' (Let's not hurry).

Negative Commands

Using 'Tengamos' is a polite and common way to propose an action or a shared attitude among a group.

Suggestion Tone

Commonly used when making suggestions or initiating an action for a group.

Learn the meaning and uses of the Spanish word 'tengamos,' the 'we' form of the verb 'tener' (to have). Includes its use for wishes ('that we have') and suggestions ('Let's have').

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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