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pegado

/peh-GAH-doh//peˈɣa.ðo/

adjectiveA1general
Use 'pegado' when describing something that is physically attached or stuck to a surface, often unintentionally.
A close-up of a colorful, square postage stamp firmly stuck onto a plain white envelope, illustrating physical adhesion.

Examples

El póster se quedó pegado a la pared.

The poster remained stuck to the wall.

El chicle se quedó pegado al zapato.

The chewing gum stayed stuck to the shoe.

Necesitas quitar el papel que está pegado a la ventana.

You need to remove the paper that is glued to the window.

Using 'Estar' vs. 'Ser'

Use 'estar' with 'pegado' (e.g., 'está pegado') when describing the temporary state of something being stuck, which is the most common use.

Gender Agreement

Mistake: “Las fotos está pegado.”

Correction: Las fotos están pegadas. Remember 'pegado' is an adjective, so it must match the thing it describes in gender and number.

pegó

verbA2general
Use 'pegó' when referring to the past action of joining two things together using adhesive, emphasizing the act of applying glue.

Examples

El niño pegó las piezas del rompecabezas con cuidado.

The child carefully glued the puzzle pieces together.

Adjective vs. Verb Confusion

Learners often confuse 'pegado' (adjective) with 'pegó' (verb). Remember, 'pegado' describes the state of being stuck, while 'pegó' describes the action of sticking something.

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