firmado
“firmado” means “signed” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
signed
Also: endorsed
📝 In Action
Necesito una copia del documento firmado.
A2I need a copy of the signed document.
La camiseta autografiada estaba firmada por todo el equipo.
B1The autographed shirt was signed by the whole team.
📝 In Action
Ya hemos firmado la hipoteca.
A1We have already signed the mortgage.
¿Habías firmado el recibo antes de irte?
B1Had you signed the receipt before leaving?
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: firmado
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'firmado' correctly as an adjective?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word *firmare*, meaning 'to make firm, strengthen, or confirm.' Signing a document essentially 'confirms' the agreement, which is where the modern meaning comes from.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'firmado' ever change its ending?
Yes, it depends on how you use it! If you use it as an adjective (like 'signed document'), it must change to match the noun (firmada, firmados, firmadas). If you use it with 'haber' (I have signed), it always stays 'firmado' and never changes.
What is the difference between 'ser firmado' and 'estar firmado'?
'Ser firmado' is used for the passive voice, focusing on the action itself ('The contract was signed'). 'Estar firmado' is used to describe the result or state ('The contract is signed'—it's in a signed condition right now).