Volando (en. Flying)

/boˈlando/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To move through the air.
The birds are flying over the lake.
Los pájaros están volando sobre el lago.
To be in motion through the air, usually through wings.
The plane is flying at a high altitude.
El avión está volando a gran altitud.
To flow or move quickly through the air.
The paper flying in the wind.
El papel volando por el viento.

Etymology

From Latin 'volans', which means 'to fly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flying in circles
Referring to someone who is very confused.
volando en círculos
flying low
To be in a vulnerable or dangerous position.
volando bajo
to be flying
To be very excited or euphoric.
estar volando

Related Words

to fly
To move through the air.
volar
flight
The act of flying.
vuelo
aviation
The practice of flying in airplanes.
aviación

Slang Meanings

To be very scared.
When I heard the thunder, I was flying.
Cuando escuché el trueno, estaba volando.
To feel extremely happy or excited.
After receiving the news, I am flying.
Después de recibir la noticia, estoy volando.