fingiendo
“fingiendo” means “pretending” in Spanish (Currently acting falsely).
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Ella está fingiendo que no le importa el resultado.
A2She is pretending that the result doesn't matter to her.
Estuvimos fingiendo toda la noche para no arruinar la sorpresa.
B1We were pretending all night so as not to ruin the surprise.
Él entró a la oficina fingiendo una sonrisa.
B2He entered the office faking a smile.
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Quick Quiz: fingiendo
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'fingiendo' to describe an ongoing action?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin verb *fingere*, which meant 'to shape, fashion, or form.' Over time, this idea of 'forming' something evolved into 'forming a false appearance' or 'making something up.'
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'fingiendo' the same as 'pretendiendo'?
Yes, they are very similar synonyms. 'Fingir' (and therefore 'fingiendo') is generally more common and means to put on a false appearance. 'Pretender' in Spanish usually means 'to intend' or 'to claim,' so be careful. The word you want for 'pretending' is usually 'fingir' or 'simular'.