Confusing Present and Past

This form, 'usamos,' is how you say 'we use' or 'we are using' in the present tense. It is always used with 'nosotros' (we), even if you often drop the pronoun.

The 'We' Form

Since 'usar' is a regular -AR verb, 'usamos' follows the standard pattern: you take the stem 'us-' and add the 'nosotros' ending '-amos'.

Regular Verb Pattern

In Spanish, the verb ending tells you who is doing the action, so you rarely need to say 'Nosotros usamos.' Just saying 'Usamos' is perfectly natural.

Time Saver

Extremely common in everyday speech, referring to utilizing tools, resources, time, or methods.

Comprehensive definition and conjugation for the Spanish verb form 'usamos' (we use/we used). Learn its usage, common mistakes, and how to differentiate between its present and past meanings.

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indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

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