desarrollado
“desarrollado” means “developed” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
developed
Also: advanced
📝 In Action
Vivimos en un país muy desarrollado.
A2We live in a very developed country.
Han utilizado una tecnología muy desarrollada para el proyecto.
B1They have used a very advanced technology for the project.
well-developed
Also: mature
📝 In Action
El atleta tiene los músculos de la espalda muy desarrollados.
B2The athlete has very well-developed back muscles.
Es una idea poco desarrollada todavía.
B2It is still a poorly developed idea.
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📚 Etymology▼
From the verb 'desarrollar', which literally means to 'unroll' or 'unfold' (des- + arrollar). Imagine unrolling a scroll to reveal the information inside.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'desarrollado' a verb or an adjective?
It can be both! It is the 'past participle' form of the verb 'desarrollar' (like 'developed' is for 'develop'). However, it is most often used as an adjective to describe things that are advanced or fully grown.
Can I use 'desarrollado' for a person?
Yes, but usually to describe their physical build (like having big muscles) or their level of maturity, rather than saying they are a 'developed human'.