separamos
seh-pah-RAH-mohs
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Nosotros siempre separamos el vidrio del plástico.
A1We always separate the glass from the plastic.
Ayer separamos la ropa por colores.
A2Yesterday we separated the clothes by color.
Nos separamos en dos grupos para el juego.
B1We are separating into two groups for the game.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Double Time' Ending
In Spanish, verbs ending in -ar use the same word for 'we do it now' and 'we did it then.' You have to look at the context or time words like 'ayer' (yesterday) to know which one is being used.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing it with the Command
Mistake: "Using 'separamos' to say 'let's separate.'"
Correction: Use 'separemos' for commands. 'Separamos' is only for stating facts about the present or past.
⭐ Usage Tips
When to use 'Nos'
If you are talking about people moving away from each other, use 'nos separamos.' If you are talking about sorting objects, just use 'separamos.'
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: separamos
Question 1 of 2
If you hear 'Ayer separamos los papeles,' what does it mean?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'separamos' is past or present?
You have to look at the rest of the sentence. Words like 'ahora' (now) mean it's present, while 'ayer' (yesterday) or 'anoche' (last night) mean it's past. If there's no time word, the speaker usually assumes you know from the conversation!