No. 14,316 in Spanish
velando
"Velando" means "watching over" or "keeping vigil."
In a sentence
La madre está velando a su hijo enfermo durante la noche.
The mother is watching over her sick child during the night.
In this sentence, 'velando' is used in the sense of keeping vigil or watching over someone attentively, emphasizing care and concern.
Ella pasa la noche velando por el bienestar de su comunidad.
She spends the night ensuring the well-being of her community.
Here, 'velando' is applied to convey responsibility or taking action to oversee and ensure something, reflecting dedication.
Los soldados están velando para proteger las fronteras.
The soldiers are keeping watch to protect the borders.
In this context, 'velando' signifies guarding or maintaining a protective watch, highlighting vigilance and duty.
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