Paseaba (en. I was walking)

/pa.seˈa.βa/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
To walk or stroll through a place, calmly and without a fixed destination.
Yesterday I walked through the park and enjoyed the fresh air.
Ayer paseaba por el parque y disfruté del aire fresco.
To take someone for a walk or hike.
I walked my dog on the beach every day.
Paseaba a mi perro en la playa todos los días.
To visit places to pass the time.
While I was on vacation, I walked through the local markets.
Mientras estaba de vacaciones, paseaba por los mercados locales.

Etymology

From the verb "pasear," which comes from the Latin "paśeāre."

Common Phrases and Expressions

to stroll through
To go around a place, usually with the intention of enjoying it.
pasear por
to take a walk
I went out to walk or roam a place to relax.
dar un paseo
to gaze at
To observe a landscape or place carefully.
pasear la vista
to take someone for a stroll
To accompany someone on a walk or outing.
pasear a alguien

Related Words

stroll
The action of strolling; a walk or tour taken for recreation.
paseo
walker
A person who strolls.
paseante
dog-walker
A person who walks others, especially dogs.
paseador

Slang Meanings

To kill time or distract oneself.
I was strolling at the mall to avoid getting bored.
Estaba paseando en el centro comercial para no aburrirme.
To go out without planning.
I decided to stroll through the streets aimlessly.
Decidí pasear por las calles sin rumbo fijo.