Edifiquemos

Edifiquemos is the first-person plural present subjunctive form of the Spanish verb edificar, used to express a suggestion or exhortation to undertake a collective action. In ordinary speech, it is commonly rendered in English as “let us build” and can refer to physical construction or the figurative building of institutions, relationships, or plans. It is not a noun but a verb form; capitalization is only required at the start of a sentence or in titles.

Etymology and meaning: Edificar comes from Latin aedificare meaning to build. The form edifiquemos derives from the present subjunctive, used to mean a proposal or invitation: “Edifiquemos” is equivalent to “vamos a edificar” in intention but somewhat more formal or emphatic.

Usage: It appears in civic, educational, religious, or political discourse as a call to action. Examples: “Edifiquemos una comunidad más justa” or “Edifiquemos puentes de diálogo entre culturas.” In formal writing, it can introduce a proposal in a partnership or program plan: “Edifiquemos un modelo de desarrollo sostenible.” The nuance is inclusive: the speaker includes themselves.

Cultural note: Being a verb form rather than a standalone proper noun, edifiquemos is typically found within sentences and slogans rather than as a brand name, unless adopted deliberately as a campaign motto.

See also: edificar, edificio, edificación, construcción.