colocado
“colocado” means “placed” in Spanish. It has 3 different meanings depending on context:
placed
Also: put, arranged
📝 In Action
El jarrón está bien colocado sobre la mesa.
A1The vase is well placed on the table.
Los libros están colocados por orden alfabético.
A2The books are arranged in alphabetical order.
employed
Also: settled
📝 In Action
Mi hermano por fin está colocado en una buena empresa.
B1My brother is finally employed at a good company.
high
Also: stoned
📝 In Action
Ese chico parece un poco colocado.
B2That guy looks a bit high.
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Quick Quiz: colocado
Question 1 of 2
If you just started a new job and someone says you are 'bien colocado', what do they mean?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish verb 'colocar', which comes from the Latin 'collocare', meaning 'to set in a place' or 'to arrange'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'colocado' the same as 'puesto'?
Often, yes! Both mean 'put' or 'placed'. However, 'puesto' is more general (like 'I put on a shirt'), while 'colocado' implies more intention, like putting something in a specific, proper spot.
Can I use 'colocado' for people?
Yes, but be careful. It either means they have a job (neutral/formal) or they are high on drugs (slang). Use context to stay safe!