explicado
“explicado” means “explained” in Spanish (to describe something that has been made clear).
explained
Also: accounted for
📝 In Action
El tema ha sido explicado claramente por el profesor.
A2The topic has been explained clearly by the teacher.
He explicado el plan tres veces.
A1I have explained the plan three times.
Todo está bien explicado en el manual.
B1Everything is well explained in the manual.
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Quick Quiz: explicado
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence correctly uses 'explicado' with the helper verb 'haber'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'explicatus', which literally means 'unfolded.' Imagine unfolding a piece of paper to show someone what is written inside—that's how we get the meaning of making something clear.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'explicado' ever change to 'explicada'?
Yes! It changes when it's describing a noun. For example, 'una lección explicada' (an explained lesson). But it stays as 'explicado' when it's part of a verb phrase like 'he explicado' (I have explained).
What is the difference between 'explicar' and 'explicado'?
Explicar is the action (to explain), while explicado is the result (explained).