extendido
“extendido” means “spread out” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
spread out
Also: stretched out
📝 In Action
El mapa está extendido sobre la mesa.
A1The map is spread out on the table.
Caminaba con los brazos extendidos.
A2He was walking with his arms stretched out.
Deja el mantel bien extendido para que no tenga arrugas.
B1Leave the tablecloth well spread out so it doesn't have wrinkles.
widespread
Also: prevalent
📝 In Action
Es una creencia muy extendida en esta región.
B1It is a very widespread belief in this region.
El uso de redes sociales está extendido por todo el mundo.
B1The use of social networks is widespread throughout the world.
Existe un rumor extendido sobre la renuncia del director.
B2There is a widespread rumor about the director's resignation.
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Quick Quiz: extendido
Question 1 of 3
How would you describe several folded maps that you just opened up on a table?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'extendere,' which combines 'ex' (out) and 'tendere' (to stretch). It literally describes the act of stretching something out so it covers more space.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'extendido' a verb or an adjective?
It can be both! As an adjective, it describes things (the spread-out map). As a verb form, it is the 'past participle' used after 'haber' to say things like 'He extendido el mantel' (I have spread the tablecloth).
What is the difference between 'extenso' and 'extendido'?
'Extenso' usually describes something that is naturally vast or large (like a desert), while 'extendido' often implies something that was unfolded or has spread to many people (like a rumor).
Does 'extendido' ever mean 'long' regarding time?
Not usually. For a long period of time, Spanish speakers prefer 'prolongado' or simply 'largo'.