demos
dé-mos
Quick Reference
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
Making Suggestions (Imperative)
When 'demos' is used at the start of a sentence, it means 'let's...' and is a way to suggest an action to a group: 'Demos un abrazo' (Let's give a hug).
Wishes and Uncertainty (Subjunctive)
'Demos' is the 'we' form of the special verb mood (Subjunctive) used after verbs that express desire, hope, or doubt: 'Ella quiere que le demos un regalo' (She wants us to give her a gift).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing up 'demos' and 'damos'
Mistake: "Using 'damos' (we give, present tense) when you need the imperative or subjunctive: *'Que damos un regalo.'"
Correction: Use 'demos' for suggestions or uncertainty: 'Que demos un regalo.' ('That we give a gift.')
⭐ Usage Tips
Pronunciation Tip
The stress is on the first syllable: DÉ-mos. Note that the plural 'demos' (noun) sounds exactly the same, but the context will tell you if it's the verb or the noun.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: demos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'demos' as a suggestion ('let's...')?
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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!