sujetos
“sujetos” means “subjects” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
subjects, individuals
Also: guys, parties
📝 In Action
Los sujetos de la investigación deben firmar este formulario.
B1The subjects of the investigation must sign this form.
Había dos sujetos sospechosos merodeando por la calle.
B2There were two suspicious characters loitering on the street.
Los sujetos activos en la economía son los consumidores y las empresas.
C1The active parties in the economy are consumers and businesses.
subjected, dependent
Also: fastened, bound📝 In Action
Todos los ciudadanos estamos sujetos a las leyes del país.
B2All citizens are subject to (dependent on) the laws of the country.
Los pagos están sujetos a la aprobación del director.
B2The payments are subject to (dependent on) the director's approval.
Los cables están sujetos firmemente a la pared.
C1The cables are firmly fastened to the wall.
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Quick Quiz: sujetos
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'sujetos' to mean 'dependent on a condition'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin past participle *subiectus*, meaning 'thrown under' or 'placed beneath,' which perfectly captures the idea of being under control or authority.
First recorded: Medieval Latin period
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use 'sujetos' instead of 'personas'?
Use 'sujetos' when you are referring to people in a clinical, legal, or academic context (like 'test subjects'). You might also use it if you don't know the people's names, or if you want to imply they are suspicious or being observed. 'Personas' is the standard, neutral word for 'people'.
Is 'sujetos' related to the verb 'sujetar'?
Yes, absolutely! 'Sujetos' is the plural masculine form of the past participle of 'sujetar,' which means 'to hold,' 'to fasten,' or 'to subject someone to something.' This is why it can mean 'people who are held' (the noun) or 'things that are held/dependent' (the adjective).