Even though 'andar' ends in -ar, its simple past (Preterite) is irregular: 'yo anduve,' not 'andé.' Memorize this change, as verbs like 'tener' and 'estar' follow a similar pattern.

Irregular Past Tense

In many regions, '¿Cómo andas?' is a common, informal way to ask 'How are you?' or 'How are things going?' It's a friendly alternative to '¿Cómo estás?'

Asking About State

Extremely common, used daily as the 'you' (tú) form of the verb 'andar' (to walk/to be).

Specialized vocabulary, mainly used in religious or historical contexts, referring to ceremonial platforms.

Learn the two distinct meanings of 'andas': the 'you' (tú) conjugation of the irregular verb 'andar' (to walk/to be), and the plural noun for a religious processional float or litter.

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Complete Conjugation Tables

🔄 Conjugations

indicative

present

future

imperfect

conditional

preterite

imperative

negative

affirmative

subjunctive

present

imperfect

Practice Conjugations