Vamos (en. Come on)

/ˈbamos/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Form of the verb 'to go' in the first person plural of the present indicative.
We are going to the movies tonight.
Vamos al cine esta noche.
Expression used to encourage someone to act or do something.
Let's go! There's no time to waste!
¡Vamos! ¡No hay tiempo que perder!
Used as an interjection to show enthusiasm or agreement.
Let's go! Yes, we can!
¡Vamos! ¡Sí se puede!

Etymology

From Latin 'vamus', form of the verb 'ire' which means 'to go'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's go!
Expression of encouragement or motivation.
¡Vamos!
Let's take it step by step
Expression that indicates a theme will be addressed in an orderly manner.
Vamos por partes
Now we're going to see
Prelude to present a theme or make a demonstration.
Ahora vamos a ver

Related Words

go
Verb that indicates movement from one place to another.
ir
go ahead
Form of the verb 'to go' used to express doubt or surprise.
vaya
leave
Verb meaning to leave a place.
salir

Slang Meanings

"Let's go" in street slang often means an invitation to a party or activity.
Let's go to the party tonight!
¡Vamos a la fiesta esta noche!
It is sometimes used to express going to do something without much planning.
Let's go without thinking too much, it's an adventure!
Vamos sin pensarlo mucho, ¡es una aventura!