lleguemos
“lleguemos” means “we arrive” in Spanish (used for possibility or necessity).
we arrive, let's arrive, we reach
Also: we get there, we make it
📝 In Action
Es crucial que lleguemos a un acuerdo pronto.
B1It is crucial that we reach an agreement soon.
¡Lleguemos a la fiesta antes de que empiece la música!
A1Let's get to the party before the music starts!
Dudo que lleguemos tan lejos sin un mapa.
A2I doubt we will get that far without a map.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: lleguemos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'lleguemos' as a command?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'llegar' comes from the Vulgar Latin verb *applicare*, meaning 'to join' or 'to apply oneself to a place.' Over time, the sound softened and the meaning narrowed to focus specifically on the action of arriving at a destination.
First recorded: 10th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'lleguemos' and 'llegamos'?
'Llegamos' is the Present Indicative ('We arrive') or the Preterite/Past ('We arrived'). It states a fact. 'Lleguemos' is the Present Subjunctive or the Command ('We might arrive' or 'Let's arrive'). It expresses doubt, desire, or a suggestion, not a simple fact.
Can 'lleguemos' be used to talk about the future?
Yes, absolutely! Because the Subjunctive often deals with actions that are uncertain or desired, it frequently refers to future events, especially after phrases expressing hope or doubt: 'Ojalá lleguemos antes de las tres' (Hopefully we arrive before three).