podamos
“podamos” means “we can” in Spanish (Expressing possibility, ability, or wishes.).
we can
Also: we may be able to, we may
📝 In Action
Ojalá podamos ir a la fiesta.
A2Hopefully we can go to the party.
El profesor nos dio más tiempo para que podamos terminar el proyecto.
B1The teacher gave us more time so that we can finish the project.
Es posible que no podamos llegar hasta mañana.
B1It's possible that we won't be able to arrive until tomorrow.
¡Que podamos celebrar juntos muchos años más!
B2May we be able to celebrate together for many more years!
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Quick Quiz: podamos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'podamos'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from a Vulgar Latin verb '*potēre', which itself is from the classical Latin 'posse', meaning 'to be able'. 'Podamos' is the modern Spanish evolution for the 'we' form in certain contexts.
First recorded: Forms of 'poder' appeared around the 10th century.
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'podemos' and 'podamos'?
Great question! 'Podemos' states a fact: 'Podemos hablar español' (We can speak Spanish). It's a certainty. 'Podamos' expresses a hope, doubt, or wish: 'Espero que podamos hablar' (I hope we can talk). You use 'podamos' after trigger phrases like 'espero que', 'ojalá', or 'es posible que'.
Is 'podamos' a command?
Yes, it can be! It's the 'let's...' command form for 'poder'. For example, if you're brainstorming with a team, you might say '¡Que podamos encontrar una solución!' which is like saying 'Let's be able to find a solution!' or 'May we find a solution!'. It's a way to express a shared goal.