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How to Say "tested" in Spanish

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probado

pro-BAH-doh/pɾoˈβaðo/

adjectiveB1general
Use 'probado' when referring to something that has already undergone trials, is proven effective, or has a track record of success.
A perfect, smooth golden egg sitting on a small pedestal, featuring a prominent, large green checkmark stamped clearly onto its side, symbolizing verification and proof.

Examples

Necesitamos una solución probada, no un experimento.

We need a proven solution, not an experiment.

Su lealtad ya está probada después de tantos años.

His loyalty is already proven after so many years.

Es un método probado para reducir el estrés.

It is a tested method for reducing stress.

Agreement is Key

As an adjective, 'probado' must match the thing it describes in gender (masculine/feminine) and number (singular/plural). Remember: 'probado' (m. sing.), 'probada' (f. sing.), 'probados' (m. plural), 'probadas' (f. plural).

Using 'Probado' for People

Mistake: “El científico está probado.”

Correction: La teoría está probada. (The theory is proven.) While you can say a person's loyalty is proven, it's more natural to apply 'probado' to things like methods, facts, or results.

experimentado

/ex-peh-ree-men-TAH-doh//ekspeɾimenˈtaðo/

verbB1general
Use 'experimentado' when referring to the act of undergoing or experiencing something, often changes or events, rather than something being tested for efficacy.
A young girl with a look of wonder on her face as she feels the cold snow falling on her tongue.

Examples

He experimentado muchos cambios este año.

I have experienced many changes this year.

El científico ha experimentado con nuevas medicinas.

The scientist has experimented with new medicines.

The 'Finished Action' Form

When used as a verb, 'experimentado' usually follows the word 'he', 'has', 'ha', etc., to show something you have already done.

Probado vs. Experimentado

Learners often confuse 'probado' and 'experimentado' because both relate to 'experience' or 'testing'. Remember that 'probado' means 'proven' (like a tested method), while 'experimentado' means 'experienced' (having gone through something).

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