Dirigiéndose (en. Heading)

/diɾiˈxjendose/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of heading towards a specific place or purpose.
He was heading to work when it started to rain.
Se estaba dirigiendo al trabajo cuando empezó a llover.
To indicate an intention to advance towards a goal.
The project is heading towards great success.
El proyecto se está dirigiendo hacia un éxito rotundo.
To confront a situation or problem with a clear purpose.
She is heading towards resolving her internal conflicts.
Ella se está dirigiendo a resolver sus conflictos internos.

Etymology

The term comes from the verb 'dirigir', which has roots in the Latin 'dirigere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

directing someone
Towards a specific person.
dirigiéndose a alguien
directing towards a goal
On the way to a goal.
dirigiéndose hacia una meta
directing to the exit
Moving in the direction of the exit of the place.
dirigiéndose a la salida

Related Words

direct
To guide or lead something or someone.
dirigir
direction
The course or position towards which one is going.
dirección
destination
The place to which one is going.
destino

Slang Meanings

To be on the way to a place.
I'm already heading that way, don't worry.
Ya voy dirigiéndome para allá, no te preocupes.
To have a clear direction or purpose.
That girl is always heading towards her goals.
Esa chica siempre va dirigiéndose a sus metas.