actuando
“actuando” means “acting” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
acting, performing
Also: behaving
📝 In Action
Ella está actuando en una comedia musical ahora mismo.
A2She is acting in a musical comedy right now.
Estuvimos actuando bajo mucha presión durante el ensayo.
B1We were performing under a lot of pressure during the rehearsal.
taking action, operating
Also: dealing with
📝 In Action
La empresa está actuando de manera responsable con el medio ambiente.
B1The company is acting responsibly toward the environment.
El abogado estuvo actuando como mediador en el conflicto.
B2The lawyer was acting as a mediator in the conflict.
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Words that translate to "actuando" in Spanish:
acting→behaving→dealing with→operating→performing→taking action→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: actuando
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'actuando' to mean 'taking official steps'?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin verb *agere*, meaning 'to do' or 'to drive.' The Spanish verb 'actuar' and its related forms like 'actuando' trace back to the idea of performing a deed or taking an action.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (as 'actuar')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'actuando' the same as 'actuación'?
'Actuando' is the form of the verb that means 'currently acting' (the process). 'Actuación' is the noun, meaning 'the performance' or 'the action' itself (the result or event).
Why do I sometimes see 'actuando' translated as 'behaving'?
Yes, 'actuar' often means 'to behave' or 'to conduct oneself.' When you say 'está actuando bien,' you mean 'he is behaving well,' describing the manner in which someone is carrying out their actions.