hallamos
“hallamos” means “we find” in Spanish (present action).
we find, we found
Also: we discover, we locate
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Hoy no hallamos ninguna solución al problema.
A2Today we don't find any solution to the problem.
Ayer hallamos las llaves debajo del sofá.
A2Yesterday we found the keys under the sofa.
Tras mucho buscar, hallamos la verdad.
B1After much searching, we discovered the truth.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: hallamos
Question 1 of 1
If someone says 'Ayer hallamos el tesoro', what are they saying?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'afflare', which originally meant 'to breathe on' or 'to scent out' (like a dog finding a trail). Over time, it evolved into the Spanish word for finding or discovering.
First recorded: 10th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'hallamos' the same as 'encontramos'?
Mostly, yes! Both mean 'we find.' However, 'encontramos' is much more common in everyday talk, while 'hallamos' sounds slightly more formal or literary.
How do I know if 'hallamos' is past or present?
Context is key! Look for time clues like 'ayer' (yesterday) for the past, or 'ahora' (now) for the present. If there are no clues, it usually refers to the present.