Llevando (en. Carrying)

/ʝeˈβando/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To transport something from one place to another.
I am carrying the books to the library.
Estoy llevando los libros a la biblioteca.
To consider in terms of behavior or attitude.
They are leading a healthy life.
Ellos están llevando una vida sana.
To endure or withstand something.
He is carrying a lot of stress at work.
Está llevando mucho estrés en su trabajo.

Etymology

From the verb 'llevar', which comes from the Latin 'ferre' (to carry, to load).

Common Phrases and Expressions

living life
Living in a certain way.
llevando la vida
taking the reins
Having control over a situation.
llevando las riendas
bearing the weight
Being the main burden in a task.
llevando el peso

Related Words

to carry
Action of moving something or someone.
llevar
bearable
That can be carried or endured.
llevadero
ledge
A person who carries something.
llevata

Slang Meanings

To be burdened with problems.
Right now I am carrying a bunch of problems.
En este momento estoy llevando un montón de problemas.
To drive or handle something.
You are driving the car too fast.
Estás llevando el carro muy rápido.