'Vamos' vs. 'Vayamos'

A super common way to talk about the near future is using 'vamos a' + another verb. For example, 'vamos a comer' means 'we are going to eat'.

Talking About the Future

'Vamos' is the special command form for 'nosotros' (we/us). It's used to invite people to do something together, making it sound like a suggestion, not a strict order.

A Friendly Command for 'Us'

This is the easiest way to suggest an activity. Just say 'Vamos a...' and add what you want to do. 'Vamos a comer' (Let's eat), 'Vamos a caminar' (Let's walk).

Making Plans Easily

One of the most common ways to suggest an activity.

The meaning of '¡Vamos!' as an exclamation depends entirely on your tone of voice. It can be happy and encouraging, or frustrated and impatient.

Listen to the Tone

Very common as a form of encouragement, especially in sports.

Learn the three main uses of 'vamos' in Spanish: 'we go', 'let's go', and 'come on!'. See full conjugations for the verb 'ir', examples, and common phrases.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations