mirado
“mirado” means “careful” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
careful, cautious
Also: thoughtful, prudent
📝 In Action
Mi abuelo es muy mirado con su dinero, nunca gasta de más.
B2My grandfather is very careful with his money; he never overspends.
Fue una decisión miradísima, pensada por meses.
C1It was a very considered decision, thought about for months.
looked (at), watched
Also: seen
📝 In Action
Hemos mirado esa película tres veces ya.
A1We have watched that movie three times already.
¿Alguna vez has mirado al cielo nocturno desde el desierto?
A2Have you ever looked at the night sky from the desert?
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Quick Quiz: mirado
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'mirado' as an adjective meaning 'careful'?
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Comes directly from the verb *mirar*, which itself descends from the Latin verb *mirari*, meaning 'to wonder at' or 'to look at with admiration.' This connection helps explain why 'mirado' can also mean something worthy of careful consideration.
First recorded: 13th century (as part of the verb *mirar*)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'mirado' and 'visto'?
'Mirado' is the past participle of 'mirar' (to look/watch, often intentionally). 'Visto' is the past participle of 'ver' (to see, often passively). If you watched a movie, you 'has mirado' or 'has visto' it, but generally, 'visto' is more common for movies/TV.
Can 'mirado' be used to mean 'famous' or 'well-known'?
Yes, sometimes. Because it means 'looked at,' in certain contexts, particularly when describing an item or place, 'bien mirado' can imply it is highly regarded or well-known, although this is a less common usage.