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compartimos

/kom-par-TEE-mos/

we share

A colorful illustration showing two happy children simultaneously splitting a single large red apple between them, symbolizing the act of sharing.

When we say 'compartimos' in the present tense, it means 'we share' something right now.

compartimos(Verb (Present Tense))

A1regular ir

we share

?

habitual or current action

Also:

we are sharing

?

continuous action

📝 In Action

Siempre compartimos el postre cuando salimos a cenar.

A2

We always share dessert when we go out to dinner.

¿Qué hacemos? ¡Compartimos un taxi!

A1

What should we do? Let's share a taxi!

Nosotros compartimos una oficina pequeña.

A1

We share a small office.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • dividir (to divide)
  • repartir (to distribute)

Common Collocations

  • compartir gastos – to share expenses
  • compartir información – to share information

💡 Grammar Points

The 'We' Form

This word is the 'nosotros' (we) form of the verb 'compartir' (to share). It tells you that the action is being done by you and others.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Present and Preterite

Mistake: "Using 'compartimos' for a past action without a clear time word, making it sound habitual."

Correction: Always add a time word like 'ayer' (yesterday) or 'la semana pasada' (last week) when you mean the past to avoid confusion.

⭐ Usage Tips

Sharing Ideas or Feelings

You can 'compartir' physical things (food, space) or abstract things (ideas, feelings, experiences). It's a very versatile verb.

A storybook illustration depicting a boy and a girl sitting next to each other, each holding the remaining crust of their half of a sandwich, suggesting they have just finished eating it together.

When 'compartimos' refers to a completed past action, it means 'we shared'.

compartimos(Verb (Preterite Tense))

A1regular ir

we shared

?

completed past action

Also:

we did share

?

emphasis on the completed action

📝 In Action

Anoche compartimos la historia con nuestros amigos.

A1

Last night we shared the story with our friends.

Cuando éramos niños, compartimos el mismo dormitorio.

A2

When we were children, we shared the same bedroom.

Compartimos un momento muy especial durante el viaje.

B1

We shared a very special moment during the trip.

💡 Grammar Points

Present vs. Past Ambiguity

The 'nosotros' form of regular -ir verbs is identical in the Present ('we share') and the Preterite ('we shared'). You must use context (like time words: ayer, anoche, etc.) to know which tense is meant.

⭐ Usage Tips

Setting the Scene

If you are telling a story about the past, use 'compartimos' for actions that started and finished quickly, like 'we shared a secret.' For ongoing past actions, you would use the Imperfect: 'compartíamos' (we used to share).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: compartimos

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence uses 'compartimos' to mean an action that was finished yesterday?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

compartir(to share (infinitive)) - verb
compartido(shared) - adjective
el compartimiento(compartment) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if 'compartimos' means 'we share' or 'we shared'?

You rely entirely on context. If the sentence includes a time marker for the past ('anoche,' 'hace dos días'), it means 'we shared' (Preterite). If it refers to a habit ('siempre,' 'cada día') or the current moment, it means 'we share' (Present).

Can 'compartimos' be used for emotional sharing?

Yes, absolutely. You can 'compartir' feelings, joys, sorrows, experiences, opinions, or even silence. It's not limited to physical objects.