pensamos
pen-SAH-mos
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Pensamos que este libro es fascinante.
A1We think that this book is fascinating.
Pensamos ir al cine mañana por la noche.
A2We are planning to go to the cinema tomorrow night.
Ayer pensamos lo mismo sobre el partido.
A2Yesterday we thought the same thing about the game.
💡 Grammar Points
Stem Change Exception
Even though the verb 'pensar' usually changes its vowel from 'e' to 'ie' (like 'yo pienso'), the 'nosotros' (we) form is an exception and keeps the original 'e': 'pensamos'.
Thinking vs. Planning
To express an opinion, use 'pensar que' (Pensamos que es tarde). To express a plan or intention, use 'pensar + [the action]' (Pensamos viajar).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Present and Past
Mistake: "The word 'pensamos' means 'we think' (Present) AND 'we thought' (Preterite)."
Correction: You rely on context or time words (like 'ayer' or 'hoy') to know which tense is being used. Since the 'we' form is identical in both, the context is your best clue.
⭐ Usage Tips
Keep it Simple
In daily conversation, 'pensamos' is often all you need before giving a group opinion. You don't need to add the pronoun 'nosotros' unless you want to emphasize 'we' specifically.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: pensamos
Question 1 of 2
Which English phrase can NOT be a translation of 'Pensamos ir a la montaña'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'pensamos' mean 'we think' or 'we thought'?
It means both! In the present tense, it means 'we think' (Pensamos que hace frío). In the simple past tense (preterite), it means 'we thought' (Ayer pensamos lo mismo). You must look at the rest of the sentence to know which one it is.
How do I say 'we are thinking' right now?
While 'pensamos' works, you can emphasize the ongoing action by using the progressive form: 'Estamos pensando' (We are thinking/We are in the process of thinking).