Cantemos (en. Let's sing)
/kanˈtemos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of producing sounds through the voice melodiously.
I hope we sing at the ceremony.
Espero que cantemos en la ceremonia.
Expression of joy through vocal music.
If we sing together, it will be more fun.
Si cantemos juntos, será más divertido.
Invitation to participate in the action of singing.
The teacher encourages us to sing.
El profesor nos anima a que cantemos.
Etymology
It derives from the Latin 'cantare', which means 'to sing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Let's sing at the top of our lungs
To sing with a lot of energy and volume.
Cantemos a todo pulmón
Let's sing a hymn
To sing a song that represents a group or cause.
Cantemos un himno
Let's sing in harmony
To sing together in a way that sounds pleasant.
Cantemos en armonía
Related Words
they sing
Form of the verb 'sing' for the third person plural in the subjunctive.
canten
to sing
The action of producing melodious sounds with the voice.
cantar
song
A musical composition that is sung.
canción
Slang Meanings
To sing in a carefree manner or among friends.
When we are having a party, we always say 'let's sing!'
Cuando estamos de fiesta, siempre decimos '¡cantemos!'
To initiate a singing activity in a festive environment.
At the meeting, someone suggested: 'let's sing to cheer us up!'
En la reunión, alguien propuso: '¡cantemos para animarnos!'