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How to Say "appropriated" in Spanish

The Spanish word forappropriatedis apropiadoC1 level.

English → SpanishC1
adjectiveC1formal
taken possession of
A large hand firmly grasps and holds a single, shiny golden key, symbolizing the action of taking possession or appropriation.

Examples

El dinero apropiado fue devuelto a la empresa.

The appropriated money was returned to the company.

Los terrenos apropiados por el gobierno serán usados para construir escuelas.

The lands seized by the government will be used to build schools.

Past Participle Use

In this meaning, 'apropiado' is the past form of the verb 'apropiar.' It describes something that had the action of 'taking' done to it.

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