deseamos
“deseamos” means “we want” in Spanish (expressing a current hope or desire).
we want
Also: we wish, we desire
📝 In Action
Nosotros deseamos un mundo mejor.
A1We want a better world.
Te deseamos mucha suerte en tu examen.
A1We wish you a lot of luck on your exam.
Deseamos hablar con el gerente.
B1We wish to speak with the manager.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: deseamos
Question 1 of 2
If you say 'Ayer deseamos helado', what are you saying?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'desiderare', which originally meant to look at the stars and wait for something to happen or to miss something that is gone.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'deseamos' always mean the same thing in the past and present?
Yes, for 'we' (nosotros), the spelling for 'deseamos' is identical for both the present and the specific past (preterite). Context is your best friend to tell them apart!
Is 'deseamos' more formal than 'queremos'?
Generally, yes. 'Deseamos' sounds slightly more elegant or purposeful, whereas 'queremos' is the standard way to express a want.