Tendiendo (en. Extending)

/tenˈdjen̪do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

verb

To extend or place something on a surface.

I am hanging the clothes on the clothesline.

Estoy tendiendo la ropa en el tendedero.

To prepare something for it to happen.

She is setting a trap for the mouse.

Ella está tendiendo una trampa para el ratón.

To demonstrate a feeling or an attitude.

He is extending a helping hand to those in need.

Él está tendiendo una mano amiga a los necesitados.

The term 'tendiendo' comes from the verb 'tender', which has Latin roots.

building bridges

Promoting communication and understanding between different people or groups.

tendiendo puentes

offering a helping hand

Offering help or support to someone.

tendiendo la mano

making the bed

Making the bed, arranging it.

tender la cama

stretch

Verb meaning to extend or place something.

tender

spread

Participle of the verb 'tender', indicating something that has been placed or extended.

tendido

trend

Inclination towards a particular direction or behavior.

tendencia

To be in a romantic relationship.

She and Juan have been planning something for weeks.

Ella y Juan están tendiendo algo desde hace semanas.

To prepare an environment for something.

He is setting up the party to make it great.

Él está tendiendo la fiesta para que sea genial.