implicado
“implicado” means “involved” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
involved
Also: implicated, committed
📝 In Action
Él está muy implicado en este nuevo proyecto.
A2He is very involved in this new project.
Varios políticos están implicados en el escándalo.
B1Several politicians are implicated in the scandal.
Se siente implicado con los problemas de su comunidad.
B2He feels committed to his community's problems.
person involved
Also: suspect, party
📝 In Action
El principal implicado fue arrestado esta mañana.
B2The main person involved was arrested this morning.
Hay tres implicados en el accidente de tráfico.
B2There are three people involved in the traffic accident.
El juez escuchó el testimonio del implicado.
C1The judge heard the testimony of the person involved.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "implicado" in Spanish:
committed→implicated→involved→party→person involved→suspect→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: implicado
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How do you say 'She is involved' in Spanish?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin 'implicatus', the past form of 'implicare', which means 'to entwine' or 'to fold into'. It's like being 'folded into' a situation.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'implicado' and 'involucrado'?
They are very similar! 'Involucrado' is more common in Latin America and is very neutral. 'Implicado' is more common in Spain and can sometimes sound a bit more serious or formal.
Does 'implicado' mean 'implied'?
Not exactly. If you want to say a message is 'implied', use 'implícito'. 'Implicado' is used for people or things that are part of an event.
Can I use 'implicado' for a group of people?
Yes! Just change it to 'implicados'. For example: 'Ellos están implicados'.