dejado
“dejado” means “left” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
left, allowed
Also: let, quit
📝 In Action
He dejado las llaves sobre la mesa.
A2I have left the keys on the table.
Mis padres no me han dejado ir a la fiesta.
B1My parents haven't let me go to the party.
¿Has dejado ya tu antiguo trabajo?
B1Have you already left your old job?
neglected, unkempt / scruffy
Also: careless, jilted / abandoned
📝 In Action
El jardín está un poco dejado, necesita cuidado.
B1The garden is a bit neglected, it needs some care.
Desde que perdió el trabajo, anda muy dejado en su aspecto.
B2Since he lost his job, he's been very unkempt in his appearance.
La casa se sentía fría y dejada.
B2The house felt cold and abandoned.
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Which sentence uses 'dejado' as an adjective to describe an appearance?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the past participle of the verb `dejar`, which itself is from the Latin word `laxāre`, meaning 'to loosen' or 'to release'. So, something `dejado` is something that has been 'let go' or 'released' from care.
First recorded: 12th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'dejado' and 'abandonado'?
They're very similar! 'Abandonado' is stronger and often means completely left behind, like an 'abandoned house'. 'Dejado' is a bit softer and can mean simply neglected or not cared for, like a 'neglected garden'. You can use 'dejado' for a person's appearance ('unkempt'), but you wouldn't typically use 'abandonado' for that.
Can I say 'Estoy dejado'?
Yes, you can, but be aware of the meaning. It would mean 'I am feeling neglected' or 'I am unkempt/letting myself go'. It's a way of describing your current state or feeling.