hallamos
ah-YAH-mohs
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
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.
💡 Grammar Points
Double Time Duty
In Spanish, the 'we' form for verbs ending in -ar is exactly the same for the present ('we find') and the completed past ('we found'). You have to look at the other words in the sentence, like 'yesterday' or 'now,' to know which one is being used.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Hallar and Encontrar
Mistake: "Using 'hallar' for meeting friends."
Correction: Use 'encontrar' for meeting people by chance. 'Hallar' is usually for finding objects, facts, or solutions.
⭐ Usage Tips
When to use Hallamos
Use 'hallamos' when you want to sound a bit more sophisticated or when you are talking about discovering a solution or a scientific fact.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: hallamos
Question 1 of 1
If someone says 'Ayer hallamos el tesoro', what are they saying?
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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.