sigue soñando
/siɡe soɲando/from spelling rules
The English phrase "dream on" can be translated into Spanish as sigue soñando.
In common conversation, sigue soñando is used idiomatically to express skepticism or to say "in your dreams". While it can be used literally to tell someone to continue a dream, it functions as a sarcastic retort. Another informal way to express a similar notion of skepticism is by saying Olvídalo, which means "forget it".
Meaning: a skepticism expression (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the imperative form of seguir (to continue/keep) and the gerund soñando (dreaming).
Which one should you use?
You can use the plural form to address a group of people.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
To address a group of people with the same skeptical meaning, use the plural imperative sigan soñando.
How do you pronounce it?
/siɡe soɲando/
Did you know?
- In some Latin American regions, a simple sí, claro can function exactly like sigue soñando if spoken with a specific sarcastic tone.
- A common humorous variation used when someone is being particularly unrealistic is sigue soñando, que el sueño es gratis (keep dreaming, because dreaming is free).
- While sigue soñando focuses on the action, the phrase no te hagas ilusiones is often used as a skeptical warning, meaning 'do not make illusions for yourself'.
Examples in context
- ¿Crees que te darán el ascenso?Do you think they'll give you the promotion?
- Sigue soñando si crees que te prestaré dinero.Dream on if you think I'll lend you money.
- Vas a ganar la lotería mañana, ¡sigue soñando!You're going to win the lottery tomorrow, dream on!
Example conversation
Mateo tells Elena that he thinks he will become a professional footballer next week.
- Elena¿Crees que serás futbolista profesional el próximo mes?Do you think you'll be a professional footballer next month?
- MateoSí, estoy seguro de que me ficharán pronto.Yes, I'm sure they will sign me soon.
- Elena¡Sigue soñando, Mateo!Dream on, Mateo!
- MateoNo seas tan pesimista conmigo.Don't be so pessimistic with me.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “dream on” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
