Llegando (en. Arriving)

/jeˈɣando/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Moving towards a place until reaching it.
We are arriving at Juan's house.
Estamos llegando a la casa de Juan.
Achieving a state or condition after a process.
They are reaching an agreement about the project.
Están llegando a un acuerdo sobre el proyecto.
Being the moment when something is happening.
Spring is already arriving.
Ya está llegando la primavera.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'llegar', from the Latin 'illigare' meaning to unite or tie.

Common Phrases and Expressions

arriving at a good port
Achieving a positive outcome in a management or effort.
llegando a buen puerto
coming of age
Reaching the legal age to be considered an adult.
llegando a la mayoría de edad
reaching an agreement
Reaching a mutual understanding or decision.
llegando a un acuerdo

Related Words

arrive
Moving towards a destination or achieving a goal.
llegar
arrival
Moment when someone or something arrives at a place.
llegada

Slang Meanings

Arriving late or without notice.
He always arrives just in time.
Siempre está llegando sobre la hora.
Arriving at a place where there is a party or celebration.
I am going to the party, I'm already arriving.
Voy a la fiesta, ya estoy llegando.