Rodando (en. Rolling)

/roˈdan.do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of turning or moving on an axis or surface.
The ball is rolling on the ground.
La pelota está rodando por el suelo.
To move or displace by rolling or turning.
The car is rolling quickly.
El coche está rodando rápidamente.
To continue in motion or progress without interruption.
Life keeps rolling despite the problems.
La vida sigue rodando a pesar de los problemas.

Etymology

It comes from the verb 'to roll', which is derived from the Latin 'rotare', meaning 'to turn'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rolling heads
It refers to the act of dismissing or firing people from their positions.
rodando cabezas
rolling on the ground
It means to experience laughter or fun in an intense way.
rodando en el suelo
everything keeps rolling
It indicates that life or the situation continues despite obstacles.
todo sigue rodando

Related Words

to roll
To perform the motion of rotation.
rodar
wheel
Circular object that allows the movement of another object.
rueda
sphere
Round body that has a tendency to roll.
esfera

Slang Meanings

To be in constant motion.
He is always rolling; he doesn't stop for a second.
Siempre está rodando, no para ni un segundo.
Referring to someone who lives without worries.
That guy is rolling through life without stress.
Ese tipo está rodando por la vida sin estrés.