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November 23, 2021 by Faustina Mulnik Spanish Grammar 0 comments

How to Form Nosotros Commands in Spanish

Spanish commands always come in handy! 

Nosotros commands in Spanish are especially useful when you’re with a group of people. They give you a way to include yourself in the command! 

In English, it’s sort of like saying “let’s” before the action that you want to accomplish. Read this blog post to learn all the ways to form nosotros commands in Spanish. I provide plenty of examples and even include an interactive quiz at the end.

Ready? Let’s get started!

What Are Nosotros Commands in Spanish?

Commands are exactly what they sound like! They’re a simple way to tell someone to do something. 

Nosotros commands are a special type of command. Speakers use nosotros commands to suggest an action be performed by a group of people that they themselves belong to.

Luckily, nosotros verbs are easy to spot since they almost always use the ending -mos. 

nosotros commands Spanish

What Is the Imperative Mood?

There are three moods in Spanish grammar: indicative, subjunctive, and imperative. The imperative mood is for giving commands and orders. 

A good way to remember this is to think about the definition of imperative. In English, something that is imperative is vital or critical. 

When you’re commanding someone to do something, it’s important and essential that they complete the action! 

Types of Nosotros Commands in Spanish

When learning how to use nosotros commands in Spanish, it’s helpful to break them down into two types. There are both vamos a + infinitive and subjunctive forms for this type of command. Let’s go over these two types of affirmative nosotros commands Spanish!

1. Vamos a + Infinitive Form

This is one of the most common forms of nosotros commands! It’s similar to saying “let’s” in English. This form is perfect for suggesting ideas as well as creating commands. Plus, it’s a super easy formula to memorize!

Formula

Vamos + a + Infinitive form of verb

Example Sentences in Spanish

Vamos a correr. 
Let’s run.

Vamos a explorar.
Let’s explore.

Vamos a dormir. 
Let’s go to sleep.

2. Present Subjunctive Form

To form nosotros commands in the subjunctive, simply use the nosotros form of the present subjunctive.

If you need help mastering the subjunctive form, read this amazing guide!

Example Sentences in Spanish

Trabajemos juntos.
Let’s work together.

Comamos aquí.
Let’s eat here.

Conduzcamos.
Let’s drive. 

Negative Nosotros Commands

Commands aren’t always about telling people what they should do. Sometimes, you have to tell them what not to do! 

To form a negative nosotros command, all you need to do is to add no right before the present subjunctive form of the verb. 

Examples

No nademos.
Let’s not swim.

¡No hagamos un muñeco de nieve! 
Let’s not make a snowman!

No salgamos.
Let’s not leave.

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Formal vs. Informal Spanish Commands

In Spanish, there are formal (usted) and informal (tú) ways to address people. For you commands, the verb is conjugated differently depending on the formality. However, nosotros commands do not have specific formal/informal structures. This makes them easier to conjugate!

Nosotros Commands with Pronouns

Pronouns in Spanish can sometimes get a little tricky. Just follow these easy rules to add them to your nosotros commands!

How To Add Pronouns to the Vamos a + Infinitive Form

It’s super easy to add pronouns to this form of command! Simply add the pronoun to the end of the infinitive form.

Formula

Vamos a + infinitive + pronoun

Example Sentences in Spanish

Vamos a sentarnos aquí.
Let’s sit here.

Vamos a correrlo.
Let’s go run it. 

Vamos a dormirnos.
Let’s go to sleep.

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How To Add Pronouns to the Subjunctive Form

To add pronouns to this form, start out with the subjunctive verb and follow the steps below!

  1. Start out with the present subjunctive nosotros command verb
  2. Drop the -s ending from the verb
  3. Add the pronoun to the end of the new word
  4. Add an accent symbol to the second-to-last syllable

Formula

Verb + personal pronoun (and/or) direct object pronoun

Example Sentences in Spanish

Sentémonos aquí.
Let’s sit here. 

Bebámosla.
Let’s drink it.

Démoselo. 
Let’s give it to her.

Démoselo. 
Let’s give it to her.

Spanish Commands Chart

Check out this amazing Spanish nosotros commands chart to use as a visual aid!

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Nosotros Commands In Spanish Quiz

Quiz CTA

Here’s the ideal nosotros commands Spanish practice opportunity! Take the quiz and see how many you get right.

1. Nosotros commands describe which type of person?

Correct! Wrong!

2. Nosotros verbs use which ending?

Correct! Wrong!

3. Spanish nosotros commands use which type of mood?

Correct! Wrong!

4. What are the two types of nosotros command forms?

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5. Which sentence is a nosotros command?

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6. Comamos (let’s eat) is which type of nosotros command?

Correct! Wrong!

7. Vamos a ver (let’s see) is which type of nosotros command?

Correct! Wrong!

8. Which of the commands below is a nosotros command?

Correct! Wrong!

9. How do you translate “Let’s get in the car” into a Spanish nosotros command?

Correct! Wrong!

10. How do you translate “Let's take a trip” into a Spanish nosotros command?

Correct! Wrong!

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Faustina Mulnik
Faustina Mulnik
Freelance Writer at Homeschool Spanish Academy
As a native English speaker, I’ve spent over 6 years perfecting my Spanish. My studies have led me to major in Spanish, translate documents at a local museum, and communicate with people I otherwise wouldn’t have been able to know. I’ve studied abroad in Spain, lived in Yellowstone National Park for a summer, and volunteered in Costa Rica. I’m a passionate travel enthusiast seeking to share my love for all things Latin America.
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