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How to Say "shifted" in Spanish

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movió

verbA2
Use 'movió' when describing a completed action of moving something from one position to another, often by a specific subject.

Examples

Ella movió la mesa al rincón.

She moved the table to the corner.

movido

moh-VEE-doh/moˈβi.ðo/

adjectiveA2
Use 'movido' as an adjective to describe something that is no longer in its original place or position.
A large, simple brown box resting on a new, unfamiliar floor next to a partially opened door, suggesting it has just been moved into a new location.

Examples

Parece que la mesa ha sido movida; no está en su sitio.

It looks like the table has been moved; it's not in its place.

El cuadro está un poco movido a la izquierda.

The painting is a little shifted to the left.

Past Participle Origin

'Movido' is the form of the verb 'mover' (to move) used in perfect tenses (e.g., 'ha movido' - has moved). When used alone, it functions like an adjective describing the result of that action.

mudó

verbB1
Use 'mudó' when describing a change in state, color, or position, often implying a transformation or adaptation, especially with animals or abstract concepts.

Examples

El camaleón mudó de color rápidamente para esconderse.

The chameleon changed color quickly to hide.

Verb vs. Adjective for 'Moved'

Learners often confuse 'movió' (a verb indicating an action of moving) with 'movido' (an adjective describing something as out of place). Remember, 'movió' is the action itself, while 'movido' describes the resulting state of being displaced.

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