tomaremos
/toh-mah-REH-mohs/
we will take
When we say 'tomaremos' meaning "we will take," it can refer to grabbing an item, like these children grabbing apples.
tomaremos(verb)
we will take
?to grab, carry, or choose
we will catch
?transportation
,we will adopt
?measures or decisions
📝 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.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'We' Future Tense
The ending '-emos' tells you the action is about 'nosotros' (we). 'Tomaremos' means 'we will take/grab' and shows certainty about the future.
Regular Future Pattern
For regular verbs like 'tomar,' you simply add the future ending directly to the whole infinitive form: tomar + emos = tomaremos. This works for all regular -ar, -er, and -ir verbs!
❌ Common Pitfalls
Mixing Future and Present
Mistake: "Mañana tomamos el tren."
Correction: Mañana tomaremos el tren. (While 'Mañana tomamos' is sometimes used informally, using the future tense 'tomaremos' is the grammatically correct and clearest way to talk about future actions.)
⭐ Usage Tips
Using 'Tomar' for Transportation
When talking about buses, trains, or taxis, 'tomar' is the most natural verb to use, just like saying 'to catch' or 'to take' in English.
If 'tomaremos' means "we will drink," it usually refers to enjoying a beverage together.
📝 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?
💡 Grammar Points
Taking vs. Drinking
Think of 'tomaremos' in this context as 'we will take a drink,' which helps connect the two main meanings of the base verb 'tomar'.
⭐ Usage Tips
Polite Ordering
When ordering food or drinks, 'tomar' is a very polite and common verb: '¿Qué van a tomar?' (What are you all going to have/drink?)
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: tomaremos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'tomaremos' to mean 'to drink'?
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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!