inventó
“inventó” means “invented” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
invented
Also: devised
📝 In Action
Thomas Edison inventó la bombilla eléctrica.
A2Thomas Edison invented the electric light bulb.
Ella inventó un sistema para reciclar el agua de lluvia.
B1She invented a system for recycling rainwater.
Usted inventó el mejor postre que he probado.
B1You (formal) invented the best dessert I have ever tasted.
made up
Also: concocted
📝 In Action
Mi hermano inventó una excusa terrible para llegar tarde.
B1My brother made up a terrible excuse to be late.
¿Quién inventó ese rumor tan ridículo?
B2Who made up that ridiculous rumor?
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
preterite
imperfect
subjunctive
present
imperfect
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Words that translate to "inventó" in Spanish:
concocted→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: inventó
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'inventó' in the figurative sense (to make up a lie)?
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👥 Word Family▼
📚 Etymology▼
The verb 'inventar' comes from the Latin word *invenire*, which originally meant 'to find' or 'to come upon.' Over time, its meaning evolved to specifically mean 'to find by thinking' or 'to create something new,' giving us the modern Spanish meaning.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is 'inventó' different from 'inventaba'?
'Inventó' (Preterite) is used for a single action that finished completely in the past, like 'He invented the device yesterday.' 'Inventaba' (Imperfect) describes repeated actions or background actions, like 'He used to invent things every weekend' or 'He was inventing when the phone rang.'