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deseando

deh-seh-AHN-doh

Verb FormA2regular ar

looking forward to?When combined with 'estar' (Estar deseando),wishing?Continuous action

Also:longing for?Expressing strong desire,desiring?General continuous action

Quick Reference

infinitivedesear

gerunddeseando

past Participledeseado

📝 In Action

Estoy deseando que lleguen las vacaciones.

I am looking forward to the holidays arriving.

Ella pasó la tarde deseando que el tiempo pasara más rápido.

She spent the afternoon wishing that time would pass faster.

¿Están deseando ver la película nueva?

Are you all looking forward to seeing the new movie?

Word Connections

Synonyms

anhelando (longing)
queriendo (wanting)

Common Collocations

estar deseando – to be looking forward to
quedarse deseando – to be left wanting/wishing

💡 Grammar Points

Use with 'Estar'

This word is the '-ing' form of 'desear.' Use it with 'estar' (to be) to talk about what you are currently wishing or looking forward to doing now: 'Estamos deseando comer' (We are looking forward to eating).

The Next Verb Changes

When 'deseando' leads into a new action, the second verb usually needs the special form called the Subjunctive (the form used for wishes): 'Estoy deseando que me llames' (I am looking forward to you calling me).

⭐ Usage Tips

Expressing Eagerness

In Spanish, especially in Spain, 'estar deseando' is the most natural and enthusiastic way to say 'I can't wait' or 'I'm really looking forward to it.'

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: deseando

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'deseando' to express eagerness?

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Word Family

desear(to wish, to desire) - verb

deseo(wish, desire) - noun

deseable(desirable) - adjective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 'deseando' and 'deseado'?

'Deseando' is the '-ing' form (wishing/looking forward), used for ongoing actions. 'Deseado' is the '-ed' form (wished/desired), used to describe something that is wanted, like an adjective ('el resultado deseado' - the desired result).

Can I use 'deseando' without 'estar'?

Yes, but less often. When used alone, it works like an adverb, explaining how an action was done: 'Caminó por la playa, deseando que la encontrara' (He walked along the beach, wishing that he would find her).