descansando
des-kan-SAN-do
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Ahora mismo estoy descansando en mi cama.
A1Right now I am resting in my bed.
Ellos están descansando después de correr.
A1They are resting after running.
Llevamos todo el día descansando frente al mar.
B1We have been relaxing in front of the sea all day.
💡 Grammar Points
The '-ando' Ending
This word is a 'gerund,' which is the Spanish version of the English '-ing' form. It is used to describe actions currently in progress.
Pairing with 'Estar'
To say 'I am resting,' you must use the helper verb 'estar' (to be) before 'descansando'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Using it alone
Mistake: "Yo descansando."
Correction: Yo estoy descansando. In Spanish, you usually need a helper verb like 'estar' to make a complete thought.
⭐ Usage Tips
Rest vs. Sleep
While 'descansando' can mean you are sleeping, it mostly refers to taking a break while awake. Use 'durmiendo' if you specifically mean sleeping.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: descansando
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly says 'We are resting'?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'descansando' ever change its ending?
No, as a gerund (the -ing form), it is 'invariable,' which means it stays exactly the same regardless of who is doing the action.
Can I use 'descansando' to mean my computer is in sleep mode?
Yes, it is often used for devices or machinery that are 'taking a break' or in standby mode.