demos
“demos” means “let's give” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
let's give, that we give
Also: that we hand over
📝 In Action
¡Demos gracias por la comida!
A2Let's give thanks for the food!
Espero que demos el examen mañana.
B1I hope that we take the exam tomorrow.
No demos mucha importancia a ese error.
B2Let's not give much importance to that mistake.
demos
Also: people
📝 In Action
Bajé varios demos de videojuegos para probar.
B1I downloaded several video game demos to try out.
Los demos musicales de la banda son muy prometedores.
B2The band's music demos (tapes) are very promising.
La palabra 'democracia' viene de 'demos' y 'kratos'.
C1The word 'democracy' comes from 'demos' (people) and 'kratos' (power).
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: demos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'demos' as a suggestion ('let's...')?
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The word 'demos' has two distinct origins. As a verb form, it comes from the irregular Latin verb *dare* (to give). As a noun, it is either a modern abbreviation of 'demostración' (demonstration) or directly from the Greek word *dēmos*, meaning 'the people' (found in words like 'democracy').
First recorded: The verb form 'demos' has been in use since early Spanish, derived from Latin roots.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'demos' the same as 'damos'?
No. 'Damos' (with an 'a') is the simple present tense 'we give' (e.g., 'Nosotros damos dinero'). 'Demos' (with an 'e') is the special form (subjunctive or imperative) used for wishes, commands, or suggestions ('Let's give...').
Why is 'demos' used for both suggestions and uncertainty?
Because the Spanish verb form used for suggestions ('Let's...') is the exact same form as the one used for expressing wishes, emotions, or doubt (the Present Subjunctive). It saves you from having to learn two different forms!