vestida
“vestida” means “dressed” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
dressed, wearing a dress/outfit
Also: attired
📝 In Action
Ella estaba vestida de rojo para la fiesta.
A1She was dressed in red for the party.
La novia llegó vestida de blanco, como es tradición.
A2The bride arrived dressed in white, as is tradition.
¿Estás ya vestida? Es hora de irnos.
A1Are you dressed yet? It’s time for us to go.
having been dressed
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La figura fue vestida con seda y joyas preciosas.
B2The figure was dressed (or clothed) with silk and precious jewels.
Tras el ritual, la niña fue vestida con el traje ceremonial.
B2After the ritual, the girl was dressed in the ceremonial outfit.
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Words that translate to "vestida" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: vestida
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Which sentence correctly uses 'vestida' to describe a person's current appearance?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Latin verb *vestire*, meaning 'to clothe' or 'to dress,' which itself is related to *vestis*, meaning 'garment' or 'clothing.'
First recorded: 13th century (in the form 'vestida')
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'vestida' and 'vestido'?
'Vestida' is the feminine form, used when describing a female person or a feminine noun (like 'la estatua vestida'). 'Vestido' is the masculine form, used for male persons or masculine nouns. Remember, 'vestido' is also the word for 'dress' (the garment).
How do I say 'She is wearing a coat' using a form of 'vestir'?
While you can say 'Ella está vestida con un abrigo' (She is dressed with a coat), it is much more common to use the verb 'llevar' (to wear): 'Ella lleva un abrigo'.