cuidando
“cuidando” means “taking care of” in Spanish (as an ongoing action).
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Mi hermana está cuidando a mis perros este fin de semana.
A1My sister is taking care of my dogs this weekend.
Están cuidando mucho la salud de su abuelo.
A2They are paying a lot of attention to their grandfather's health (They are taking good care of his health).
El jardinero lleva meses cuidando esas rosas tan delicadas.
B1The gardener has been looking after those delicate roses for months.
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Quick Quiz: cuidando
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Which sentence correctly uses 'cuidando' to describe an action happening right now?
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📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'cuidar' comes from the Latin word 'cogitare,' which originally meant 'to think' or 'to reflect.' Over time, the meaning shifted in Spanish to imply 'thinking about' or 'giving attention to,' which evolved into 'taking care of.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'cuidando' without 'estar'?
Yes, but it's less common. You can use it as an adverb to describe how someone performs an action, such as: 'Ella camina cuidando cada paso' (She walks being careful with every step). However, the primary use is with 'estar' to form continuous tenses.
What is the difference between 'cuidando' and 'cuidado'?
'Cuidando' means 'taking care of' (the action in progress). 'Cuidado' can be the noun meaning 'care' (Tener cuidado = To be careful) or the past participle used in perfect tenses (Ha cuidado = He has taken care of).