Hayamos (en. Let's have)

/aɪ̯ˈa.mos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Indicates the existence or presence of something in a subjunctive context.
It is possible that we have finished the project on time.
Es posible que hayamos terminado el proyecto a tiempo.
Used in grammatical constructions that express doubt or desire.
If we have found the solution, it will make us very happy.
Si hayamos encontrado la solución, nos alegrará mucho.
It is used in sentences that require the use of the subjunctive due to the structure of the sentence.
I hope that we have made the right decision.
Ojalá que hayamos tomado la decisión correcta.

Etymology

From Latin 'habere', meaning 'to have' or 'to exist.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

I hope that we have
expresses a wish about a future or past situation.
ojalá que hayamos
if we have
introduces a condition that depends on something uncertain.
si hayamos

Related Words

to have
verb that indicates existence or realization.
haber
had
past participle of the verb to have.
tenido

Slang Meanings

To wish for something to happen favorably.
Sometimes I say, I hope that we have found a way.
A veces digo, ojalá que hayamos encontrado la forma.