usada

oo-SAH-dahuˈsaða

“usada” means “used” in Spanish (not new; second-hand).

used

Also: worn, utilized

AdjectivefA1

A pair of well-worn blue denim jeans with a small patch on the knee, sitting on a wooden chair.

📝 In Action

Compré una mesa usada para mi apartamento.

I bought a used table for my apartment.

La ropa usada suele ser más barata.

Used clothing is usually cheaper.

Esta estrategia ya ha sido usada antes.

This strategy has already been used before.

Word Connections

Synonyms

utilizada (utilized)
empleada (employed/used)
gastada (worn out)

Antonyms

nueva (new)
estrenar (brand new/to wear for the first time)

Common Collocations

ropa usada – second-hand clothes
poco usada – hardly used
bien usada – well-used

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: usada

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'usada'?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼

usar(to use) — Verb

usado(used (masculine)) — Adjective

uso(use/habit) — Noun

usuario(user) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

entrada llamada pasada

📚 Etymology▼

From the Latin 'usatus', which comes from 'uti', meaning 'to use'. It shares the same roots as the English word 'use'.

First recorded: 13th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: uséeItalian: usata

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'usada' always an adjective?

Most of the time, yes. However, it can also function as part of a verb phrase (the past participle) in passive sentences like 'La llave fue usada' (The key was used).

What is the difference between 'usada' and 'gastada'?

'Usada' simply means it has had a previous owner or has been used. 'Gastada' implies it is worn out, thin, or damaged from too much use.