consiguiendo
kon-see-GYEN-doh
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Estoy consiguiendo mejores notas este año.
A2I am getting better grades this year.
Poco a poco, estamos consiguiendo nuestros objetivos.
B1Little by little, we are achieving our goals.
Siguen consiguiendo nuevos clientes para la empresa.
B1They keep on getting new clients for the company.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'E' to 'I' Swap
Even though the main verb is 'conseguir', the 'e' changes to an 'i' in this form. This is common for many '-ir' verbs when you add the '-iendo' ending.
Continuous Action
This word is the '-ing' form. Use it with the verb 'estar' to describe an action that is happening right now.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't say 'conseguendo'
Mistake: "conseguendo"
Correction: consiguiendo. Always remember to change the 'e' to 'i' for this specific verb family when adding the '-iendo' ending.
⭐ Usage Tips
Use it for goals
If you want to sound like you are making progress on a long-term goal, use 'consiguiendo' to show that you haven't finished yet but you're getting there!
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: consiguiendo
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is the correct 'ing' form of 'conseguir'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'consiguiendo' used for people or things?
It's usually used for things, like goals, objects, or results. If you 'get' a person in the sense of 'bringing them along', you usually use 'trayendo' or 'buscando'.
What is the difference between 'consiguiendo' and 'logrando'?
They are very similar! 'Consiguiendo' is more common for physical objects or general results, while 'logrando' sounds slightly more like achieving a hard-earned dream or success.