incompleto
“incompleto” means “incomplete” in Spanish (missing one or more parts).
incomplete, unfinished
Also: partial, fragmentary
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El rompecabezas está incompleto porque le falta una pieza.
A2The puzzle is incomplete because it's missing a piece.
Entregué un informe incompleto por falta de tiempo.
B1I submitted an unfinished report due to a lack of time.
Sus datos están incompletos; necesitamos su dirección actual.
B2Your data is incomplete; we need your current address.
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Quick Quiz: incompleto
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'The homework (la tarea) is incomplete'?
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From Latin 'incompletus'. The prefix 'in-' means 'not' and 'completus' means 'filled' or 'finished'.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I use 'ser' or 'estar' with incompleto?
Generally, use 'estar' (e.g., 'el libro está incompleto') because it refers to the current state or condition of the object.
Is 'incompleto' formal or informal?
It is neutral and can be used in any situation, from casual talk at home to formal business reports.
What is the difference between 'incompleto' and 'inacabado'?
They are very similar. 'Incompleto' often implies something is missing a part, while 'inacabado' specifically means the work on it has not been finished yet.