How to Say "pensioned" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “pensioned” is “jubilado” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Mi abuelo está jubilado desde el año pasado.
My grandfather has been retired since last year.
Muchos médicos jubilados regresaron a trabajar durante la emergencia.
Many retired doctors returned to work during the emergency.
Ella no se siente jubilada porque siempre está ocupada con sus nietos.
She doesn't feel retired because she is always busy with her grandchildren.
Estar vs. Ser with retirement
Use 'estar' (to be) to describe the state of being retired. Even though retirement seems permanent, Spanish views it as a change from a previous state (working).
Gender and Number
Remember to change the ending to match the person: 'jubilado' for a man, 'jubilada' for a woman, and 'jubilados' for a group.
Confusing 'retired' with 'shy'
Mistake: “Using 'retirado' to mean someone who is shy.”
Correction: Use 'tímido' for shy. 'Jubilado' specifically refers to ending your career.
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