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.
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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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.