Andan (en. Walk)

/anˈdan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

It refers to the action of walking or moving from one place to another.

They go through the park every day.

Ellos andan por el parque todos los días.

Indicates a person's state regarding their behavior or situation.

They are very worried about the exam.

Andan muy preocupados por el examen.

It can refer to a trend or the general behavior of a group.

They are in search of new ideas for the project.

Andan en busca de nuevas ideas para el proyecto.

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

to be in a hurry

to move quickly.

andar de prisa

to be direct

to speak directly.

no andar con rodeos

to beat around the bush

to speak indirectly, without getting to the point.

andar por las ramas

walker

A person who walks.

caminante

walk

A verb that means to move or walk.

andar

wandering

Movement that occurs when walking.

andanza

Partying

This weekend I’m partying with my friends.

Este fin de semana ando de fiesta con mis amigos.

To be in a bad state

Since he lost his job, he’s been struggling in life.

Desde que perdió el trabajo, anda mal por la vida.