vayamos
vah-YAH-mos
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
¡Vayamos al cine esta noche!
A1Let's go to the cinema tonight!
Espero que no vayamos muy tarde.
A2I hope that we don't go too late.
No sugiero que vayamos por ese camino, es peligroso.
B1I don't suggest that we go down that road, it's dangerous.
Si vayamos de viaje, ¿qué lugares visitamos?
A2If we go on a trip, what places should we visit?
💡 Grammar Points
Dual Role of Vayamos
This single form is used for two main purposes: to suggest 'Let's go' (like a command) AND to express feelings, wishes, or uncertainty about us going (using the special verb form).
Irregularity of Ir
The verb 'ir' (to go) completely changes its root in this form, switching from 'i-' to 'vay-'. You just have to memorize this exception!
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Vayamos' and 'Vamos'
Mistake: "When suggesting an action, beginners often say: 'Vamos a la fiesta.'"
Correction: Say '¡Vayamos a la fiesta!' (Let's go to the party!) to make a suggestion. 'Vamos' only means 'We are going' (We habitually go).
⭐ Usage Tips
The 'A + Infinitive' Trick
A very common alternative to 'vayamos' when making a suggestion is to use 'Vamos a + [infinitive]'. Example: 'Vamos a comer' (Let's eat).
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: vayamos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'vayamos' to make a suggestion?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the simplest way to think about 'vayamos'?
It almost always means 'Let's go.' When you use it in longer sentences, it means 'that we go' and is used when expressing desire, hope, or doubt about the action.
How is 'vayamos' different from 'vamos'?
They are both 'we' forms of 'ir.' 'Vamos' means 'We are going' (simple statement), but 'Vayamos' means 'Let's go' (a suggestion/wish) or 'that we go' (when triggered by a feeling).