apuntando
“apuntando” means “pointing” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
pointing, aiming
Also: indicating
📝 In Action
El niño está apuntando a las estrellas con su dedo.
A1The boy is pointing at the stars with his finger.
El arquero se quedó quieto, apuntando al centro de la diana.
B1The archer stood still, aiming at the center of the target.
writing down, noting
Also: signing up
📝 In Action
Ella está apuntando los ingredientes de la receta.
A2She is writing down the ingredients for the recipe.
Sigue hablando, lo estoy apuntando todo.
B1Keep talking, I'm noting it all down.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Quick Quiz: apuntando
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If you are in a meeting and someone gives you their phone number, what are you doing?
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📚 Etymology▼
Derived from the Spanish word 'punta' (point), which comes from Latin 'puncta' (a pricking/sting). The verb 'apuntar' literally means 'to bring to a point.'
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'apuntando' always mean pointing with a finger?
No. While it often describes pointing physically, it is very commonly used to mean 'writing down' or 'taking notes' in an academic or professional setting.
How do I say 'I am signing up'?
You use the reflexive form: 'Me estoy apuntando.' This is a common way to say you are joining a class or a club.