wondering
Translation
wondering, pondering, questioning
Examples
I was wondering if you could help me.
I was wondering if you could help me.
She's wondering what to do next.
She's wondering what to do next.
Grammar Patterns
((wondering if/whether/what...)) used to ask a question politely I was wondering if you could help me.
((wondering about sth.)) thinking about something with curiosity He was wondering about the future.
Similar Words
Synonyms: questioning, pondering, curious; Antonyms: certain, sure
Etymology
From Old English 'wundrian' (to be astonished at). The '-ing' suffix forms the present participle.
Memory Tips
Imagine your mind 'wandering' with questions. When you're wondering, your thoughts are wandering.