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A colorful illustration of two cheerful figures, a person and a child, walking hand-in-hand up a path toward the front door of a welcoming cottage, signifying their return home.

regresamos

reh-greh-SAH-mos

Verb (Conjugated Form)A1regular ar
we return?Present tense action,we returned?Past simple action
Also:we go back?General movement,let's return?Informal command/suggestion

Quick Reference

infinitiveregresar
gerundregresando
past Participleregresado

📝 In Action

Si terminamos temprano, regresamos a casa antes de las seis.

A1

If we finish early, we return home before six.

Ayer regresamos del viaje muy cansados.

A2

Yesterday we returned from the trip very tired.

¡Regresamos inmediatamente! No hay tiempo que perder.

B1

Let's return immediately! There is no time to lose.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • volver (to return (often used interchangeably))
  • retornar (to return (more formal))

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • regresamos pronto – we'll be back soon
  • regresamos a la normalidad – we return to normal

💡 Grammar Points

The 'We' Form

This word means 'we' are doing the action. The '-amos' ending is the standard signal for the 'nosotros' (we) form in all '-ar' verbs in the present and preterite tenses.

Movement Verbs

Like many movement verbs, regresar is often used with the preposition 'a' (to) to specify the destination: 'Regresamos a la oficina' (We return to the office).

❌ Common Pitfalls

Confusing Tenses

Mistake: "Using 'regresamos' when you mean 'we will return' (future)."

Correction: While Spanish sometimes uses the present tense for the near future, if you mean a clear future action, use the actual future form: 'Regresaremos mañana' (We will return tomorrow).

⭐ Usage Tips

Dual Identity: Present vs. Past

Be aware that 'regresamos' means both 'we return' (Present) and 'we returned' (Preterite). You must rely on context (like time markers: hoy, ayer) to know which meaning is intended.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: regresamos

Question 1 of 1

Which of these sentences uses 'regresamos' in the past tense?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if 'regresamos' means 'we return' or 'we returned'?

You must look at the context! If the sentence includes a past time marker (like *ayer* or *la semana pasada*), it means 'we returned.' If it talks about current habits or a future plan, it means 'we return' (present tense).

Is 'regresamos' the same as 'volvemos'?

Yes, they both mean 'we return.' In most of Latin America, *regresar* is more commonly used, while in Spain, *volver* might be slightly more frequent, but both are completely correct.