deseando
“deseando” means “looking forward to” in Spanish (When combined with 'estar' (Estar deseando)).
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Estoy deseando que lleguen las vacaciones.
A2I am looking forward to the holidays arriving.
Ella pasó la tarde deseando que el tiempo pasara más rápido.
B1She spent the afternoon wishing that time would pass faster.
¿Están deseando ver la película nueva?
A2Are you all looking forward to seeing the new movie?
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Quick Quiz: deseando
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Which sentence correctly uses 'deseando' to express eagerness?
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Comes from the verb 'desear,' which traces back to the Latin verb *desiderare*, meaning 'to long for' or 'to wish for,' often connected to observing the stars (*sidera*) and hoping for good fortune.
First recorded: Around the 13th century in Spanish.
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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).