improvisado
“improvisado” means “improvised” in Spanish (done or made using whatever is available).
improvised, unplanned
Also: makeshift, off-the-cuff
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Como no teníamos mesa, usamos una caja improvisada.
A2Since we didn't have a table, we used a makeshift box.
Su discurso fue totalmente improvisado.
B1His speech was completely off-the-cuff.
Organizamos una fiesta improvisada en el jardín.
B1We organized an unplanned party in the garden.
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Which sentence is correct for a feminine noun like 'reunión'?
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From the Latin word 'improvisus', which literally means 'not foreseen' or 'unforeseen'.
First recorded: 17th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'improvisado' a verb or an adjective?
It can be both! It is the 'past participle' form of the verb 'improvisar' (meaning it's the 'ed' form), but it is most commonly used as an adjective to describe things that aren't planned.
What is the difference between 'improvisado' and 'espontáneo'?
'Espontáneo' (spontaneous) usually describes a natural impulse or a person's personality, while 'improvisado' specifically focuses on the fact that something was made or done without preparation.
Can I use it to describe a person?
Yes, but be careful! Calling someone 'un improvisado' usually implies they don't know what they are doing or they are an amateur.