revuelto
“revuelto” means “scrambled” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
scrambled, messy
Also: upset, choppy
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Prefiero los huevos revueltos con un poco de sal.
A1I prefer scrambled eggs with a bit of salt.
No encuentro mis llaves porque mi habitación está muy revuelta.
A2I can't find my keys because my room is very messy.
Después del viaje en barco, tengo el estómago revuelto.
B1After the boat trip, I have an upset stomach.
scrambled egg dish
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De primero, vamos a compartir un revuelto de setas.
B1For the first course, we are going to share a dish of scrambled eggs with mushrooms.
El revuelto de gambas está delicioso en este restaurante.
B1The shrimp scrambled egg dish is delicious in this restaurant.
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Quick Quiz: revuelto
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If you just woke up and your hair is everywhere, how would you describe it?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'revolutus', which means 'rolled back' or 'turned over'. It is the same root that gave us the English word 'revolve'.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'revuelto' the same as 'desordenado'?
Very similar! 'Desordenado' just means things aren't in their place. 'Revuelto' often implies things have been stirred together or are in a more chaotic pile.
Can I use 'revuelto' for people?
Not usually to mean they are 'messy' people. You use it for their hair, their stomach, or their mood (if they are feeling agitated), but use 'desordenado' for a person who is generally untidy.
Is it 'revuelto' or 'revolvió'?
'Revuelto' is the description (messy/scrambled). 'Revolvió' is the action (he/she stirred). If you want to say the eggs ARE scrambled, use 'revueltos'.