queriendo
“queriendo” means “wanting” in Spanish (as part of a continuous action).
wanting, loving
Also: intending, wishing
📝 In Action
Estuve queriendo llamarte todo el día.
A2I was wanting (or trying) to call you all day.
Ella se fue de la fiesta, queriendo evitar a su exnovio.
B1She left the party, wanting to avoid her ex-boyfriend.
Los niños están queriendo un helado después de la cena.
A1The children are wanting an ice cream after dinner.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
preterite
imperfect
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: queriendo
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'queriendo' to describe a simultaneous action?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin verb *quaerere*, meaning 'to seek, to look for, or to ask for.' Its meaning evolved in Spanish to focus on desire and affection.
First recorded: Around the 10th century (as part of the verb *querer*)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use 'queriendo' instead of the simple present 'quiero'?
Use 'queriendo' (usually with 'estar') when you want to emphasize that the desire or attempt is ongoing over a period of time, or when you are describing a motive for another action. For simple, immediate wants ('I want coffee'), stick to 'quiero'.