vais
“vais” means “you go” in Spanish ((plural, informal, used in Spain)).
you goAlso: you are going
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¿A dónde vais de vacaciones este año?
A1Where are you (all) going for vacation this year?
Vosotros vais al cine, ¿verdad?
A1You guys are going to the cinema, right?
Si vais a la tienda, comprad leche.
A2If you (all) go to the store, buy milk.
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Quick Quiz: vais
Question 1 of 1
If you are in Mexico and want to ask a group of friends where they are going, which word should you use instead of 'vais'?
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📚 Etymology
The verb *ir* (the base of *vais*) is one of the oldest and most irregular verbs in Spanish. Its forms, including *vais*, are actually a mix of three different Latin verbs: *ire* (to go), *vadere* (to go, hasten), and *esse* (to be, which contributed to its past tense forms like *fui*). This mixing is why it looks so different in its various tenses.
First recorded: Forms of the verb *ir* have been in continuous use since Vulgar Latin evolved into Spanish (around the 10th-12th centuries).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'vais' formal or informal?
'Vais' is the informal way to address a group of people (like 'you guys' or 'y'all'). In Spain, you would use it with friends or family. For formal situations, you would always use 'ustedes van'.
Why is the imperative form 'id' and not 'vais'?
The command form (imperative) for 'vosotros' is often very different from the present tense form. For *ir*, the command is 'id' ('Go!' to a group), while 'vais' is only used for stating a fact ('You go').