escondido
“escondido” means “hidden” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
hidden, concealed
Also: secret
📝 In Action
Encontraron el tesoro escondido detrás de la cascada.
A2They found the hidden treasure behind the waterfall.
Siempre guarda su dinero en un lugar bien escondido.
B1He always keeps his money in a well-hidden place.
Ella tiene un talento escondido para la música.
B2She has a hidden talent for music.
hiding place
Also: hide-and-seek
📝 In Action
Los niños jugaban al escondido en el parque.
B1The children were playing hide-and-seek in the park.
Necesitamos encontrar un escondido mejor para la próxima vez.
B1We need to find a better hiding place for next time.
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Quick Quiz: escondido
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence correctly uses 'escondido' as an adjective?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word 'escondido' comes from the verb 'esconder' (to hide). This verb traces its roots back to Vulgar Latin *excondere*, formed by combining *ex-* (out of, away) and *condere* (to put, to store). Essentially, it means 'to put something away out of sight'.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'escondido' a verb?
No, 'escondido' is the past participle of the verb 'esconder' (to hide). It is used primarily as a describing word (adjective) meaning 'hidden' or combined with 'haber' to form perfect tenses (e.g., 'ha escondido' - he has hidden).
How do I know whether to say 'escondido' or 'escondida'?
It depends on the gender of the thing you are describing. If the thing is masculine (like 'el libro'), use 'escondido'. If it is feminine (like 'la carta'), use 'escondida'.