It's a question we hear, and ask, all the time: "Que vas a hacer?" or, in English, "What are you going to do?" It’s a simple phrase, really, but it carries so much weight, doesn't it? It’s about plans, about dreams, about the next step, big or small.
Think about it. When someone asks, "What are you going to do?" they're not just looking for a schedule. They're often curious about your aspirations, your direction, your very essence. It’s a way of connecting, of understanding where someone is headed, or what they're grappling with.
Sometimes, the answer is straightforward. "I'm going to the store." "I'm going to finish this report." But often, it’s more profound. It can be about a career change, a personal project, or even just how someone plans to navigate a difficult situation. The reference material from Glosbe shows us the direct translations: "that he's going to do," "that she's going to do," "that you're going to do." It’s about the future tense, the intention, the action yet to unfold.
Consider the lyrics from "Desencuentro" by Roberto Goyeneche and Baffa-Berlingieri. The line "Que vas a hacer" appears amidst a feeling of disorientation and hardship. It’s a question posed in a moment of deep uncertainty, almost a plea for an answer when the path forward is unclear. "What are you going to do when the spider you saved bites you? And the man you helped does you harm?" It’s a stark reminder that this question isn't always about exciting plans; it can be about survival, about resilience.
Then there's the inspiring story of Diana Trujillo, the NASA engineer. Her journey from Cali to the Moon and Mars is a testament to what one can do. When she talks about her childhood in Colombia, the memories of dancing, music, and simple pleasures like enjoying a lulada or watching birds in the park with her grandmother paint a picture of a life rich with experience. Even as she pursued her ambitious career, those foundational experiences shaped her. Her path, filled with challenges, ultimately led her to a role where she's helping us explore the solar system. Her story answers the "que vas a hacer" not just with a plan, but with a life lived with purpose and determination.
So, the next time you ask or are asked, "Que vas a hacer?" remember the layers. It’s more than just a question about the future; it’s an invitation to share our journeys, our struggles, and our triumphs. It’s a fundamental human inquiry into what comes next, and how we intend to meet it.
