gostamos

Gostamos is the first-person plural present indicative form of the Portuguese verb gostar, meaning to like or to enjoy. It is used to state that we like something, typically followed by the preposition de and a noun or verb in the infinitive, as in Nós gostamos de música or Nós gostamos de viajar. The verb can also take an infinitive clause, for example Gostamos de cozinhar.

Gosta used with the subject nós is part of a regular -ar verb conjugation. The present tense forms are eu gosto, tu gostas, ele/ela gosta, nós gostamos, vós gostais (Portugal; Brasil commonly uses vocês gostam). The imperfect form is gostávamos, the preterite gosto? Not applicable; instead, past actions are expressed with gostei (I liked) or gostamos no passado depending on the construction, and the future forms use gostaremos, among others. The essential point for the present tense is that nós gostamos corresponds to “we like.”

Etymology and related forms: gostar originates from the Latin gustare, with the noun gosto meaning taste or liking. Related adjectives include gostoso (tasty, pleasant) and the verb desgustar or desagrado to express disliking in negative forms. In everyday usage, gostar helps convey preferences, hobbies, and enjoyable activities, often without implying a strong or permanent preference.

Usage notes: Like many Portuguese verbs, gostar governs de when introducing what is liked. Examples include Nós gostamos de música clássica, Gostamos de viajar, and Gostamos de cozinhar. The form gostamos explicitly marks the subject as we, making it a common expression in both spoken and written Portuguese.