Inklingo

disgustado

dees-goos-TAH-doh/dis.ɣus.ˈta.ðo/

disgustado means upset in Spanish (feeling unhappy or annoyed about a situation).

upset

Also: annoyed, displeased
General
A child sitting on a small wooden stool with their arms crossed and a frowning expression, looking unhappy and annoyed.

📝 In Action

Mi padre está disgustado porque llegué tarde.

A2

My father is upset because I arrived late.

Pareces un poco disgustada, ¿pasó algo en el trabajo?

B1

You look a bit annoyed, did something happen at work?

Los vecinos están disgustados con el ruido de la construcción.

B1

The neighbors are displeased with the construction noise.

Word Connections

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Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • estar disgustado con alguiento be upset with someone
  • un gesto disgustadoan upset look
  • sentirse disgustadoto feel upset

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "disgustado" in Spanish:

annoyeddispleasedupset

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: disgustado

Question 1 of 3

If your friend is 'disgustado', how do they feel?

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📚 Etymology

Comes from the Latin prefix 'dis-' (meaning 'away' or 'not') combined with 'gustus' (meaning 'taste'). It originally described something that left a 'bad taste' in your mouth, which evolved into the feeling of being emotionally displeased.

First recorded: 16th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: disgustedPortuguese: desgostado

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does 'disgustado' mean 'disgusted'?

Not usually. In English, 'disgusted' often refers to being grossed out. In Spanish, 'disgustado' means you are upset, annoyed, or unhappy with a person or situation.

Can I use 'disgustado' for objects?

No, it is used to describe the feelings of people. If something is unpleasant, you would use 'desagradable' or 'asqueroso' (gross).

Is 'disgustado' stronger than 'enojado'?

'Enojado' (angry) is usually more intense and active. 'Disgustado' (upset) often carries a sense of disappointment or lingering unhappiness.