pasear
“pasear” means “to walk (a pet)” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to walk (a pet), to take for a walkAlso: to parade
📝 In Action
¿Puedes pasear al perro después de cenar?
A1Can you walk the dog after dinner?
Mi abuelo siempre me paseaba en su coche viejo.
A2My grandfather always took me for a ride in his old car.
Word Connections
to go for a walk, to wander/strollAlso: to ride around
📝 In Action
Me gusta pasearme por el centro histórico los domingos.
A2I like to stroll through the historic center on Sundays.
Cuando estoy estresado, me paseo por el jardín para relajarme.
B1When I'm stressed, I walk around the garden to relax.
Word Connections
Indicative
Present
Imperfect
Preterite
Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
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Words that translate to "pasear" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: pasear
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'pasear' in its reflexive form?
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👥 Word Family
📚 Etymology
Comes from the Vulgar Latin word *passāre*, meaning 'to step' or 'to pass,' which evolved into the idea of moving along leisurely.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (around the 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'pasear' and 'caminar'?
'Caminar' simply means 'to walk' (like going from point A to point B, or walking for exercise). 'Pasear' or 'pasearse' means 'to stroll' or 'to wander for pleasure'—it emphasizes the relaxed, enjoyable nature of the movement, often without a specific destination.
How do I conjugate 'pasear'? Is it irregular?
'Pasear' is a perfectly regular -ar verb, making it very easy to conjugate! Just use the standard endings for the indicative, subjunctive, and imperative moods.