tomaremos
“tomaremos” means “we will take” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
we will takeAlso: we will catch, we will adopt
📝 In Action
Tomaremos el autobús a las ocho en punto.
A1We will take the bus exactly at eight o'clock.
Si llueve, tomaremos un taxi en lugar de caminar.
A2If it rains, we will take a taxi instead of walking.
Antes de empezar, tomaremos un momento para respirar.
B1Before starting, we will take a moment to breathe.
Word Connections
we will drinkAlso: we will have (a drink)
📝 In Action
Cuando lleguemos al café, tomaremos un chocolate caliente.
A1When we arrive at the cafe, we will drink a hot chocolate.
¿Qué tomaremos con la cena esta noche?
A1What will we drink with dinner tonight?
Word Connections
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: tomaremos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'tomaremos' to mean 'to drink'?
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🎵 Rhymes
📚 Etymology
The verb 'tomar' comes from the popular Latin verb *tumare*, which meant 'to grasp' or 'to seize,' possibly related to the act of cutting or handling. It evolved to encompass the wide range of meanings we use today.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
If I want to say 'we will drink,' should I use 'tomaremos' or 'beberemos'?
You can use either! 'Tomaremos' is very common, especially in Spain and Mexico, and is perhaps slightly more versatile, as it can also mean 'we will have' (a drink). 'Beberemos' is also perfectly correct and means strictly 'we will drink.'
Is 'tomaremos' a regular or irregular verb form?
'Tomaremos' is a regular conjugation of the verb 'tomar' in the future tense. This means it follows the standard pattern, which is great news for learners!