inundado
“inundado” means “flooded” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
flooded
Also: waterlogged
📝 In Action
El sótano está inundado después de la tormenta.
A2The basement is flooded after the storm.
Las calles quedaron inundadas por la lluvia intensa.
B1The streets became flooded because of the heavy rain.
El coche no arranca porque el motor está inundado.
B2The car won't start because the engine is flooded.
overwhelmed
Also: swamped
📝 In Action
Estoy inundado de trabajo esta semana.
B1I am swamped with work this week.
Su correo electrónico está inundado de mensajes sin leer.
B1His email is flooded with unread messages.
El actor se sintió inundado por el afecto de sus fans.
B2The actor felt overwhelmed by the affection of his fans.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: inundado
Question 1 of 3
If 'las casas' are covered in water, how do we describe them?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Latin word 'inundatus', which is built from 'unda', meaning 'wave'. It literally describes a place being 'into' which 'waves' have come.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'inundado' for people?
Yes, but only figuratively! It means you are overwhelmed or swamped with work, emotions, or tasks.
What is the difference between 'mojado' and 'inundado'?
'Mojado' just means wet. 'Inundado' means there is so much water that it covers an area or a thing—it's much more extreme.
Does it ever mean 'drowned'?
No. For people or animals drowning, we use the word 'ahogado'. 'Inundado' is for places, objects, or being busy.