Spanish 1 Present Progressive Flashcards

Present Progressive in Spanish

• The present progressive tense describes ongoing actions and is formed using the verb "estar" followed by a present participle.

Regular Verbs

• For -ar verbs, the present participle is formed by adding -ando.
• For -er and -ir verbs, the present participle is formed by adding -iendo.

Special Cases for -er and -ir Verbs

• When -er or -ir verbs end in a vowel, the present participle uses -yendo instead of -iendo.

Stem Changes

• -ir verbs that undergo stem changes:
  • For e:ie stem-changing verbs, the "e" changes to "i".
  • For e:i stem-changing verbs, the "e" changes to "i".
  • For o:ue stem-changing verbs, the "o" changes to "u".

Implications for Verb Conjugation

• Understanding these rules is essential for conjugating verbs correctly in the present progressive tense in Spanish.

Test your knowledge of the present progressive in Spanish with these flashcards focusing on the endings 'ando', 'iendo', and 'yendo'. Each card provides a definition to help reinforce your understanding of verb conjugations and stem changes. Perfect for beginners in Spanish language studies.