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How to Say "let's make" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “let's make” is “hagamos” — use 'hagamos' when you are proposing to create or do something together, often implying a shared activity or project..

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hagamos

/ah-GAH-mohs//aˈɣamos/

verbB1
Use 'hagamos' when you are proposing to create or do something together, often implying a shared activity or project.
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 una fiesta sorpresa para Ana!

Let's make a surprise party for Ana!

¡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.

tomemos

/toh-MEH-mos//toˈme.mos/

verbB1
Use 'tomemos' when suggesting a decision, choice, or action to take, especially when there are alternatives.
Two friendly storybook characters standing side-by-side at a clearly marked path junction, both pointing their fingers decisively down the central, forward path.

Examples

El tren está retrasado, tomemos un autobús.

The train is delayed, let's take a bus.

Si no hay metro, tomemos un taxi.

If there's no subway, let's catch a taxi.

Tomemos en cuenta todos los factores antes de firmar.

Let's take into account all the factors before signing.

Dudo que tomemos la ruta más fácil, siempre hay tráfico.

I doubt we will take the easiest route; there is always traffic.

Abstract Meanings

When 'tomemos' refers to decisions, control, or initiative, it moves into a more abstract, higher-level vocabulary usage, similar to 'adopt' or 'undertake'.

Choosing between 'hagamos' and 'tomemos'

Learners often confuse 'hagamos' and 'tomemos' by using 'hagamos' for any suggestion. Remember, 'hagamos' is for creating or doing something, while 'tomemos' is for choosing or taking an action/decision.

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