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seamos

seh-AH-mosseˈamos

seamos means we are (subjunctive) in Spanish (expressing desire, doubt, or necessity).

we are (subjunctive), let's be

Also: that we may be
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A simple storybook illustration showing two stylized figures standing close together, holding hands, and gazing toward a brightly lit, golden path receding into the distance, symbolizing a desired shared future.
infinitiveser
gerundsiendo
past Participlesido

📝 In Action

Espero que seamos un buen equipo.

A2

I hope that we are a good team.

Seamos honestos, esto es difícil.

B1

Let's be honest, this is difficult.

No es necesario que seamos perfectos, solo que lo intentemos.

B2

It's not necessary that we be perfect, only that we try.

¡Seamos más rápidos la próxima vez!

B1

Let's be faster next time!

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • estemos (we are (location/condition))

Common Collocations

  • Espero que seamos...I hope that we are...
  • Seamos realistas.Let's be realistic.

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

él/ella/ustedes
yosoy
eres
ellos/ellas/ustedesson
nosotrossomos
vosotrossois

imperfect

él/ella/ustedera
yoera
eras
ellos/ellas/ustedeseran
nosotroséramos
vosotroserais

preterite

él/ella/ustedfue
yofui
fuiste
ellos/ellas/ustedesfueron
nosotrosfuimos
vosotrosfuisteis

subjunctive

present

él/ella/ustedsea
yosea
seas
ellos/ellas/ustedessean
nosotrosseamos
vosotrosseáis

imperfect

él/ella/ustedfuera
yofuera
fueras
ellos/ellas/ustedesfueran
nosotrosfuéramos
vosotrosfuerais

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "seamos" in Spanish:

let's be

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: seamos

Question 1 of 2

Which sentence correctly uses 'seamos' as a shared suggestion?

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👥 Word Family
🎵 Rhymes
📚 Etymology

The verb *ser* comes from a combination of two different Latin verbs: *esse* (meaning 'to be') and *sedere* (meaning 'to sit'). The form *seamos* comes directly from the Latin subjunctive form of *esse*.

First recorded: Before the 10th century (in Old Spanish forms)

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: sejamosItalian: siamo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'somos' and 'seamos'?

'Somos' is the simple present tense ('we are'), used for facts: 'Nosotros somos estudiantes' (We are students). 'Seamos' is the special form used for wishes, commands, or uncertainty: 'Espero que seamos amigos' (I hope we are friends).

Is 'seamos' used for location?

No. *Ser* (and therefore *seamos*) is generally used for permanent qualities or identity. For location or temporary conditions, you would use the verb *estar*, meaning the form 'estemos' ('Let's be here').