Proper way to say "a long way to go"

Question

I had a friend compliment me on my Spanish. I thanked her and then wanted to say "but I have a long way to go." (as in much more to learn). Would this be said as "Tengo un largo camino recorrer"? I'm not sure what the proper wording should be.

Thanks!

Answer 1

Tengo un largo camino por recorrer is a valid, and used statement, you can also use "tengo mucho por hacer/aprender" (I have much to do/learn).

Juancho, welcome to the forum! We always appreciate native Spanish-speaking people. Where are you from? - JoyceM, Jul 12, 2012

Thanks for the welcome. I am from Peru. - JuanchoCortez, Jul 12, 2012

why is it por and not para here? - Ox-Y-Gen, Jul 13, 2012

Thanks for the info. Very helpful. - katydew, Jul 13, 2012

@ Carson http://www.spanishdict.com/answers/174171/cosas-por-hacer-vs.-cosas-para-hacer - Kiwi-Girl, Jul 13, 2012

Answer 2

Maybe "Me queda mucho por aprender/hacer" "I still have much to learn/do"