The simple present tense of andar is used to describe actions happening now or habitual actions. For example, Ando a la escuela todos los días. (I walk to school every day.)

Andar is a regular -ar verb, so its conjugations follow the typical pattern for this verb type.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Andar (to walk) in the Present Tense tense (Latin American Spanish):

Andar generally means to walk or go, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.

To walk: This is the most literal meaning, referring to the action of walking. For example, Yo ando al parque todos los días. (I walk to the park every day.)

To go: It can also mean to go or move from one place to another. For example, Ellos andan a la escuela en autobús. (They go to school by bus.)

To function or operate: Used with objects or machines, it means to function or operate. For example, El carro anda bien con el tanque lleno. (The car runs well with a full tank.)

To be involved in: It can mean to be involved in or engaged in an activity. For example, Ella anda en negocios turbios. (She’s involved in shady business.)

To be going around: In a colloquial sense, it can mean to be going around or hanging out. For example, Andamos por ahí buscando problemas. (We’re going around looking for trouble.)

To be dating: In some regions, it can mean to be dating or going out with someone. For example, Andan juntos desde hace meses. (They’ve been dating for months.)

To be in a certain state: It can also express being in a certain state or condition. For example, Ando cansado últimamente. (I’ve been feeling tired lately.)

Examples

Examples of Andar in the Present Tense

Yo ando buscando un nuevo trabajo. (I’m looking for a new job.)

¿Adónde andas con tanta prisa? (Where are you going in such a hurry?)

Ella anda de mal humor últimamente. (She’s been in a bad mood lately.)

Nosotros andamos preparando la fiesta de cumpleaños. (We’re preparing for the birthday party.)

Ellos andan buscando un nuevo apartamento. (They’re looking for a new apartment.)

¿Por qué andas con esa cara larga? (Why the long face?)

Mi hermana anda metida en muchas actividades extracurriculares. (My sister is involved in many extracurricular activities.)

¿Qué andan haciendo ustedes por aquí? (What are you all doing around here?)

Andar de boca en boca es una expresión que significa que algo anda siendo muy comentado. (To go from mouth to mouth is an expression meaning something is being talked about a lot.)

No andes con rodeos y dime la verdad. (Don’t beat around the bush and tell me the truth.)

Los niños andan jugando en el parque. (The kids are playing at the park.)

¿Por qué andas tan callado hoy? (Why are you so quiet today?)

Ella anda buscando un vestido para la boda. (She’s looking for a dress for the wedding.)

No andes con cuidado, que aquí estamos entre amigos. (Don’t be so careful, we’re among friends here.)

Los turistas andan visitando los museos de la ciudad. (The tourists are visiting the city’s museums.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Andar (to walk) in the Present Tense tense (Latin American Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Present tense is also known as the Simple Present, Present Simple, Present Tense, or Present Indicative in English, and as Presente de Indicativo, Presente Simple, Tiempo Presente, or Indicativo Presente in Spanish.