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How to Say "let's do" in Spanish

The Spanish word forlet's dois hagamosB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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VerbB1
Proposing a joint action (imperative)
A colorful illustration showing a boy and a girl standing together, both pointing enthusiastically in the same direction, suggesting they are agreeing to start a joint activity.

Examples

¡Hagamos algo diferente este fin de semana!

Let's do something different this weekend!

El jefe quiere que hagamos el informe antes de mañana.

The boss wants us to make the report before tomorrow.

Si estamos cansados, no hagamos la caminata.

If we are tired, let's not do the hike.

The 'Let's' Command

To say 'Let's (do something)' in Spanish, you use 'hagamos.' This is the special command form (imperative) for 'we' and is identical to the present subjunctive form.

The Subjunctive Requirement

'Hagamos' is necessary when expressing wishes, doubts, or desires involving a group, especially after phrases like 'Es importante que...' (It's important that...).

Confusing 'Hagamos' with the present tense

Mistake:Using 'Hacemos' when proposing an action (e.g., Hacemos una fiesta).

Correction: Use 'Hagamos' instead. 'Hacemos' (we do) describes what you *are* doing; 'Hagamos' (let's do) proposes what you *should* do.

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