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How to Say "unplugged" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “unplugged” is “desconectado” — use 'desconectado' when referring to something that is physically not connected to a power source or cable, like an electronic device..

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desconectado

/des-koh-nek-TAH-doh//deskonekˈtaðo/

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Use 'desconectado' when referring to something that is physically not connected to a power source or cable, like an electronic device.
An electrical plug lying on the floor next to an outlet.

Examples

El teléfono está desconectado del cargador.

The phone is unplugged from the charger.

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'.

acústico

/ah-KOOS-tee-ko//aˈkustiko/

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Use 'acústico' specifically when talking about music or performances that are not amplified by electronic equipment.
A classic wooden acoustic guitar resting against a simple white background.

Examples

Prefiero escuchar música acústica en vivo.

I prefer to listen to unplugged acoustic music live.

Ella toca la guitarra acústica muy bien.

She plays the acoustic guitar very well.

El concierto de esta noche es totalmente acústico.

Tonight's concert is totally acoustic (unplugged).

Necesitamos mejorar el aislamiento acústico de la habitación.

We need to improve the soundproofing (acoustic insulation) of the room.

Gender Matching

This word changes its ending to match the thing it describes. Use 'acústico' for masculine words like 'piano' and 'acústica' for feminine words like 'guitarra'.

Positioning

Like most descriptive words in Spanish, put 'acústico' after the noun you are talking about (e.g., 'concierto acústico').

Using the wrong gender for 'guitarra'

Mistake: “guitarra acústico”

Correction: guitarra acústica (because 'guitarra' is feminine).

Music vs. Power

The most common mistake is using 'acústico' for general unplugged items or 'desconectado' for music. Remember: 'acústico' is for sound (music), and 'desconectado' is for power/cables.

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