devuelto
“devuelto” means “returned” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
returned
Also: refunded
📝 In Action
El libro devuelto tiene una mancha.
A2The returned book has a stain.
Ese es dinero devuelto por el banco.
B1That is money returned by the bank.
returned
Also: given back, thrown up
📝 In Action
He devuelto las llaves a la recepción.
A2I have returned the keys to the front desk.
Juan ha devuelto todo lo que pidió prestado.
B1Juan has given back everything he borrowed.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: devuelto
Question 1 of 2
How would you say 'I have returned the book'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'devolutus', which comes from 'devolvere'. It literally means 'to roll something back' to its original place.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'devolvido' ever correct?
No. While most verbs follow a rule to end in -ido, 'devolver' is irregular. 'Devuelto' is the only correct form.
Can 'devuelto' mean 'vomited'?
Yes, in many Spanish-speaking countries, 'ha devuelto' is a common, slightly softer way to say someone has thrown up.