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How to Say "concocted" in Spanish

The Spanish word for “concocted” is “inventó” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
VerbB1informal
a false story
A person is pointing dramatically at a tiny, ordinary kitten while making a highly exaggerated facial expression, suggesting they are making up a fantastical story or excuse.

Examples

Mi hermano inventó una excusa terrible para llegar tarde.

My brother made up a terrible excuse to be late.

¿Quién inventó ese rumor tan ridículo?

Who made up that ridiculous rumor?

Figurative Use

The verb 'inventar' is often used figuratively in Spanish, similar to how we say 'make up' or 'cook up' a story in English.

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