Pasándose (en. Passing by)
/pasán̪dose/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of spending time in a place or situation.
They are spending the whole day at the beach.
Se está pasando en la playa todo el día.
It usually implies a connotation of leisure or relaxation.
Do nothing and just pass time here.
No hagas nada y solo pasándote aquí.
It also refers to the prolonged enjoyment of some activity.
We are going overboard with the music, it’s great!
Nos estamos pasando con la música, ¡está genial!
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'pasar', which means to change state or place.
Common Phrases and Expressions
having a good time
Having a lot of fun.
pasándoselo bien
passing it
Spending time in a relaxed manner.
pasándola
overindulging in drinks
Consuming more alcohol than recommended.
pasándose de copas
Related Words
pass
Moving from one place to another.
pasar
time
Duration in which events occur.
tiempo
place
Place or space in which something is located.
sitio
Slang Meanings
Being at a party or social event without worries.
I saw you at the party, you were really enjoying yourself!
Te vi en la fiesta, ¡te estabas pasando de lo lindo!
Spending time in a carefree and fun way.
Let’s go to the beach, just to have a good time!
Vamos a la playa, ¡solo a pasárnosla!
Extending an event beyond the expected time.
The meeting is dragging on too long.
La reunión se está pasando de larga.