usamos
“usamos” means “we use” in Spanish (present tense, habitual action).
we use, we are usingAlso: we utilize, we wear
📝 In Action
Nosotros usamos este programa para editar fotos.
A1We use this program to edit photos.
Usamos mucho tiempo en preparar la cena.
A2We spend a lot of time preparing dinner. (Literally: We use a lot of time...)
Si usamos menos papel, ayudaremos al medio ambiente.
B1If we use less paper, we will help the environment.
Word Connections
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: usamos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence means that the action happened last week?
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👥 Word Family
📚 Etymology
Comes from the Latin word *usare*, which meant 'to use' or 'to practice.' It shares a root with the English word 'use.'
First recorded: Medieval Latin period
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'usamos' present tense or past tense?
'Usamos' is tricky because it is both! In the present tense, it means 'we use' (Present Indicative). In the simple past tense (Preterite), it also means 'we used.' You must look at the context or time markers to understand which meaning is intended.
Do I need to say 'nosotros' before 'usamos'?
No, you almost never need to say 'nosotros.' The '-amos' ending clearly indicates that 'we' are the ones performing the action, making the pronoun optional.