caminando
“caminando” means “walking” in Spanish (action in progress).
walking
Also: while walking, on foot
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Estoy caminando a casa ahora mismo.
A1I am walking home right now.
¿Qué estás haciendo? Estamos caminando por el parque.
A1What are you doing? We are walking through the park.
Ella aprendió mucho caminando con su abuela.
A2She learned a lot while walking with her grandmother.
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Quick Quiz: caminando
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'caminando' to describe an ongoing action?
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📚 Etymology▼
It comes from the Spanish verb 'caminar,' which originated from the Medieval Latin word *cammīnus*, meaning 'road' or 'path.' The word has always been related to movement along a route.
First recorded: 12th century (as 'caminar')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'caminar' and 'caminando'?
'Caminar' is the base form (the infinitive), meaning 'to walk.' 'Caminando' is the continuous form (the -ando form), meaning 'walking,' and is used to show the action is currently in progress, usually with 'estar.'
Does 'caminando' ever change its ending?
No. The '-ando' form is always fixed. It does not change based on who is walking (I, you, he, they) or how many people are walking. The verb 'estar' is the part that changes.