Acudimos

Acudimos is the first-person plural present indicative form of the Spanish verb acudir. It can mean “we attend” or “we resort to,” depending on the context. The same spelling also appears in the simple past (preterite) as a form meaning “we went (to)” or “we did go,” which can create ambiguity that the surrounding text usually clarifies.

Etymology and meaning: acudir comes from Latin accurrere, formed by ad- (toward) and currere (to run). The sense evolved to indicate going toward a place, seeking help, or turning to someone for assistance or guidance. In everyday usage, acudir commonly expresses both physical movement to a location and the act of seeking aid or recourse.

Usage notes: acudir is typically followed by the preposition a, before a destination, person, or institution (acudimos al hospital, acudimos a un abogado). It often conveys a sense of initiative or formal action, such as responding to a call, attending an appointment, or seeking support. It contrasts with asistir, which primarily means “to be present at” an event rather than the act of going or seeking help.

Examples: Acudimos a la cita puntuales. Cuando surgió la duda, acudimos al técnico. Ayer acudimos al museo, y hoy iremos otra vez con el grupo escolar.

See also: acudir is part of a family of verbs related to movement toward or seeking assistance; related terms include acudir a, recurrir, and asistir, which have distinct nuances in usage.