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How to Say "disconnected" in Spanish

The Spanish word fordisconnectedis desconectadoA2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishA2
adjectiveA2
electronics or internet
An electrical plug lying on the floor next to an outlet.

Examples

El cargador está desconectado de la pared.

The charger is unplugged from the wall.

Mi computadora parece estar desconectada del Wi-Fi.

My computer seems to be disconnected from the Wi-Fi.

Si el cable sigue desconectado, la luz no encenderá.

If the cable remains disconnected, the light won't turn on.

Using 'Estar' for States

Since being disconnected is usually a temporary state or a result of an action, we almost always use the verb 'estar' (to be) with this word.

Matching the Ending

If you are describing a feminine word like 'la lámpara,' the ending changes to 'desconectada.' If describing multiple things, use 'desconectados' or 'desconectadas.'

Using the wrong link word

Mistake:Está desconectado con el internet.

Correction: Está desconectado del (de + el) internet. In Spanish, we say 'disconnected OF/FROM' rather than 'with'.

Other Meanings ofdesconectado

desconectadocan also mean:

  • feeling distant from others or reality(B2)

See all meanings in the full dictionary entry →

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