Comprobemos

Comprobemos is the first-person plural form of the Spanish verb comprobar, used in the present subjunctive and as the affirmative nosotros imperative. It translates roughly as “let us verify” or “we verify,” depending on mood. The phrase is commonly employed to propose a course of action, as in “Comprobemos los datos,” meaning “Let’s verify the data.”

Grammatically, comprobemos corresponds to the present subjunctive for nosotros (que comprobemos) when used in subordinate clauses, and to the affirmative imperative form for nosotros in direct commands. It contrasts with the indicative form comprobamos, which simply states that verification is occurring.

Etymology: comprobar comes from the verb comprobar’s Latin precursor comprobāre, formed with com- plus probāre (to prove). The prefix and structure reflect the sense of confirming, testing, or validating something.

Usage: The form appears across formal and informal registers, including manuals, scientific writing, journalism, and collaborative contexts. Speakers may choose between comprobemos and alternatives such as verifiquemos or vamos a comprobar depending on regional preference and the desired tone. Comprobemos is especially common in instructions and proposals where a group action is being suggested.

Examples: “Comprobemos la exactitud de estos datos.” “Comprobemos si la hipótesis se sostiene con los resultados.” “Es mejor que comprobemos todos los números antes de publicarlos.”

See also: Verificar, Probar, Verificación, Comprobación.