Usábamos (en. We used)

/uˈsaβamos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To employ something for a specific purpose.
We used the computer to do homework.
Nosotros usábamos la computadora para hacer tareas.
To make use of something frequently.
In our childhood, we used to play outside a lot.
En nuestra infancia, usábamos mucho los juegos al aire libre.
To serve as a means to achieve a goal.
We used technology to communicate better.
Usábamos la tecnología para comunicarnos mejor.

Etymology

From the Latin 'usare', which means 'to use'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to use one's head
Think logically.
usar la cabeza
to use common sense
Act reasonably.
usar el sentido común
not to use big words
Avoid vulgar language.
no usar palabras altisonantes

Related Words

use
Action of using something.
uso
to utilize
To make use of something.
utilizar
application
Practical use of a concept or tool.
aplicación

Slang Meanings

To use something in a casual context.
Yesterday we used the car to go to the beach.
Ayer usamos el coche para ir a la playa.
To resort to a resource informally.
We always use those apps to communicate.
Siempre usamos esas apps para comunicarnos.