Anda (en. Go on)

/ˈanda/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To perform the movement of walking or moving.
She walks in the park every morning.
Ella anda por el parque todas las mañanas.
To go from one place to another.
We walk to the beach on weekends.
Andamos a la playa los fines de semana.
To be in a state or condition.
He is worried about the exams.
Anda preocupado por los exámenes.

Etymology

From Latin 'ambulare', which means 'to walk'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

come on now
Expression used to express disbelief or surprise.
anda ya
is not going well
Indicates that something is not functioning properly.
no anda bien
is loose
Refers to someone who is free or acting without restrictions.
anda suelto

Related Words

wanderer
A person who enjoys walking or being in motion.
andariego
walker
An object or device that helps to walk.
andador
wandering
The action of walking or moving.
andanza

Slang Meanings

To be out partying.
I am going to be out partying this weekend.
Voy a andar de fiesta este fin de semana.
To be in cloud nine.
You are so focused, it seems like you are in cloud nine.
Estás tan concentrado, parece que andas en la nube.