B1 adjective #3,000 가장 일반적인 7분 분량

intrigado

When you're intrigado, it means you're really curious about something. You want to know more!

Imagine someone tells you a secret, but then stops talking. You would be intrigado, wanting to hear the rest.

It's like feeling very interested and a bit mysterious.

When you're intrigado, it means something has caught your attention and made you really curious. You want to know more about it! It's like when you see a mysterious box and you're really interested to find out what's inside.

For example, if someone tells you a secret but doesn't finish the story, you'd be intrigado to hear the rest. It's a feeling of wanting to discover or understand something new.

When you're learning Spanish at a B1 level, you're moving beyond basic survival phrases. You can understand main points and start to express yourself more clearly on familiar topics.

Using adjectives like 'intrigado' helps you describe feelings and reactions with more nuance. Instead of just saying 'I'm interested,' you can now say 'Estoy intrigado,' which conveys a deeper sense of curiosity.

This level is all about expanding your vocabulary to have more descriptive conversations. It allows you to express not just what happened, but also how people felt about it.

Mastering words like 'intrigado' shows you're developing a richer understanding of Spanish expression. It’s a step towards sounding more natural and engaged in your conversations.

When we say someone is intrigado/a, it means they are really curious or interested in something. It's like when you hear a little bit of a secret, and you want to know more, you'd be intrigado/a.

You can use it to describe yourself or someone else. For example, if a friend tells you they have exciting news but won't share it yet, you could say, "Estoy intrigado/a, cuéntame más!" (I'm intrigued, tell me more!)

When we say someone is intrigado/a, it means they are really curious or interested in something. It's like when you hear a little bit of a secret, and you just have to know the rest! You're hooked, and your mind is buzzing with questions.

For example, if you see a mysterious package on your doorstep, you might feel intrigado/a about what's inside. It's a strong feeling of wanting to find out more, often because something seems a bit puzzling or exciting.

When we say someone is intrigado/a, it means they are really curious or interested in something. It's like when you hear a little bit of a secret, and you want to know more, you would be intrigado/a. This word is often used to describe a feeling of being captivated or fascinated, especially by something mysterious or new. Think of it as a strong sense of wanting to find out what happens next or what something is all about.

intrigado 30초 만에

  • intrigado
  • curiosity
  • interest

§ What Does "Intrigado" Mean?

The Spanish word "intrigado" is an adjective you'll hear a lot. It describes a feeling, specifically when something makes you curious or really interested. Think of it like being fascinated or having your curiosity piqued. If you're "intrigado" by something, it means your attention has been grabbed, and you want to know more.

DEFINITION
Aroused to curiosity or interest.

You use "intrigado" to show that something has really caught your attention. It's a common and practical word that native Spanish speakers use all the time in everyday conversations. It's not a super formal word, but it's not overly casual either. It fits well in most situations where you want to express curiosity or interest.

§ When Do People Use "Intrigado"?

People use "intrigado" in many different scenarios. Here are some common ones:

  • When hearing interesting news: If someone tells you a surprising story or a piece of gossip, you might say you're "intrigado."
  • When reading a captivating book or watching a movie: If a plot twist or character development makes you want to keep going, you're likely "intrigado."
  • When encountering a mystery or a puzzle: If something is unclear and you want to figure it out, you're "intrigado."
  • When someone acts unusually: If a friend behaves in a way that makes you wonder what's going on, you'd be "intrigado" by their actions.
  • When learning about a new topic: If a subject truly interests you and makes you want to explore it further, you're "intrigado" by it.

It's a versatile word that conveys a genuine sense of wanting to know more. It implies an active engagement with whatever is causing the curiosity.

Estoy muy intrigado por saber el final de la historia.

Translation hint: "I am very curious/interested to know the end of the story."

La nueva película me tiene intrigado.

Translation hint: "The new movie has me intrigued."

Me quedé intrigada con lo que dijo.

Translation hint: "I was left intrigued by what he/she said." (Note the feminine ending for a female speaker.)

Using "intrigado" shows a deeper level of engagement than just saying "me interesa" (it interests me). While "me interesa" is correct, "intrigado" adds a nuance of active curiosity and a desire to uncover more. It's about being drawn into something.

For example, if you're watching a documentary about ancient civilizations, you might say, "Estoy intrigado por cómo construyeron las pirámides." This means you're not just interested; you're actively wondering and wanting to learn the details of how they did it. It's a powerful word to add to your vocabulary to express genuine curiosity.

§ Common Phrases with "Intrigado"

You'll often hear "intrigado" used with prepositions like "por" (by/about) or sometimes just directly. For instance:

  • Estar intrigado por: To be intrigued by. This is very common.
  • Dejar a alguien intrigado: To leave someone intrigued.

Su secreto me dejó muy intrigado.

Translation hint: "His/her secret left me very intrigued."

By understanding these contexts, you can start incorporating "intrigado" naturally into your own Spanish conversations. It's a word that adds a lot of flavor and precision to your expression of curiosity and interest.

§ What 'intrigado' means

Spanish Word
intrigado (adjective)
English Definition
Aroused to curiosity or interest.

When you're 'intrigado', it means you're really curious or interested in something. Think of it like being fascinated or having your curiosity piqued. This word is an adjective, so it will describe a person.

§ How to use 'intrigado' in a sentence

The most common way to use 'intrigado' is with the verb 'estar'. Remember that 'estar' is used for states or conditions that can change, and being curious is definitely a state that can change.

Estoy muy intrigado por la nueva película.

Translation hint: I am very curious about the new movie.

Ella estaba intrigada por lo que pasó.

Translation hint: She was intrigued by what happened.

Notice how 'intrigado' changes to 'intrigada' when referring to a female. Adjectives in Spanish have to match the gender and number of the noun they describe.

§ Prepositions to use with 'intrigado'

When you're curious *about* something, you'll most commonly use the preposition 'por' or 'con'. Both can work, but 'por' is often a more direct translation of 'about' in this context.

  • intrigado por: curious/intrigued by/about something (most common)
  • intrigado con: curious/intrigued with something (also common)

Los estudiantes están intrigados por el experimento.

Translation hint: The students are intrigued by the experiment.

El detective se sentía intrigado con el caso.

Translation hint: The detective felt intrigued with the case.

§ More examples for practice

Let's look at a few more examples to help you get the hang of it. Pay attention to how 'intrigado' agrees with the subject.

Nos quedamos intrigados después de escuchar la historia.

Translation hint: We remained intrigued after hearing the story.

La científica estaba intrigadísima con los resultados inesperados.

Translation hint: The scientist was extremely intrigued with the unexpected results.

Keep practicing these structures, and you'll be using 'intrigado' like a pro in no time!

§ Understanding 'intrigado'

When you're learning Spanish, some words just click, and others take a bit more work. 'Intrigado' is one of those words that's incredibly useful once you get the hang of it. It's an adjective that describes being genuinely curious or interested in something. Think of it as having your curiosity piqued or being fascinated.

Spanish Word
intrigado (adjective)
CEFR Level
B1
Definition
Aroused to curiosity or interest.

§ Where you actually hear this word — work, school, news

You might think 'intrigado' sounds a bit formal, but it's used quite naturally in many everyday situations. Let's look at some common contexts where you'd hear or use it.

  • At work: Imagine you're in a meeting and a colleague presents a new project idea. If it's really interesting and sparks your curiosity, you'd be 'intrigado'.
  • In school: A teacher might describe a student as 'intrigado' by a particular subject if they're showing a lot of interest and asking questions. Or, you might feel 'intrigado' by a historical mystery or a scientific discovery.
  • In the news: News reporters often use 'intrigado' to describe the public's reaction to an unfolding story or a mysterious event. You'll frequently hear it in discussions about current events or investigations.

Let's dive into some examples to make this clearer:

Estoy intrigado por la nueva propuesta de la empresa. (I'm intrigued by the company's new proposal.)

Here, 'intrigado' shows your curiosity about a new business idea. You want to know more, it's caught your attention.

Los estudiantes estaban intrigados por la historia del antiguo Egipto. (The students were intrigued by the history of ancient Egypt.)

In this school context, 'intrigados' means the students were really interested and perhaps wanted to learn more about the topic. Their curiosity was sparked.

El público está intrigado por el misterioso caso de los documentos perdidos. (The public is intrigued by the mysterious case of the lost documents.)

This example, often seen in news reports, conveys a sense of public fascination and desire for more information about an unresolved situation. It's a way to say people are really curious about what happened.

When someone says they are 'intrigado' by something, they are expressing a genuine intellectual or emotional engagement. They aren't just mildly interested; they are genuinely drawn in and want to explore further. It's a strong way to communicate that something has captured your attention and stimulated your desire to know more. Keep an ear out for it, and you'll notice how frequently it pops up in conversations and media.

재미있는 사실

The word 'intrigue' in English shares the same Latin root, highlighting the connection between curiosity and complex situations.

발음 가이드

UK /ɪnˈtɾi.ɣa.ðo/
US /ɪnˈtɾi.ɡa.ðo/
third-to-last syllable (ga)
라임이 맞는 단어
cansado ocupado sentado
자주 하는 실수
  • Misplacing the stress (e.g., in-TRI-ga-do)
  • Not rolling the 'r' sound (tapped 'r' is acceptable, but a rolled 'rr' is ideal for native pronunciation)

난이도

독해 1/5

short and common

쓰기 1/5

straightforward spelling

말하기 1/5

easy pronunciation

듣기 1/5

clear sound

다음에 무엇을 배울까

선수 학습

interesado curioso saber más

다음에 배울 것

curiosidad misterio descubrir fascinante

고급

enigma suscitado inquirir

알아야 할 문법

Adjectives must agree in gender and number with the noun they modify. Since 'intrigado' ends in '-o', it's masculine singular.

El detective está intrigado. (The detective is intrigued.)

To make it feminine singular, change the '-o' to '-a'.

La estudiante está intrigada. (The student is intrigued.)

To make it masculine plural, add '-s' to the masculine singular form.

Los niños están intrigados. (The children are intrigued.)

To make it feminine plural, change the '-o' to '-as'.

Las mujeres están intrigadas. (The women are intrigued.)

'Intrigado/a' is often used with the verb 'estar' (to be) to describe a temporary state of being intrigued or curious.

Estoy intrigado por esa historia. (I am intrigued by that story.)

수준별 예문

1

Estoy intrigado por el libro.

I am curious about the book.

Here 'intrigado' is used with 'estar' because it describes a temporary state of being curious.

2

El misterio me tiene intrigado.

The mystery has me intrigued.

In this sentence, 'intrigado' acts as a direct object complement, describing the state of 'me'.

3

¿Estás intrigado por el secreto?

Are you curious about the secret?

This is a question, using 'estar' to ask about a person's current state of curiosity.

4

Ella parece intrigada con la historia.

She seems interested in the story.

'Parecer' (to seem) is followed by 'intrigada', indicating her appearance of curiosity.

5

No estoy intrigado por el chisme.

I am not curious about the gossip.

The negative form 'no estoy intrigado' indicates a lack of curiosity.

6

Los niños estaban intrigados por el juguete nuevo.

The children were curious about the new toy.

'Estaban' (imperfect tense of 'estar') is used to describe a past state of being curious.

7

Me siento intrigado sobre el futuro.

I feel curious about the future.

'Sentir' (to feel) is used here to express the feeling of being curious.

8

El final de la película me dejó intrigado.

The end of the movie left me curious.

'Dejó' (past tense of 'dejar') is used with 'intrigado' to show that something caused a state of curiosity.

1

Estoy intrigado por esta historia.

I am curious about this story.

Use 'estar' with 'intrigado' to describe a temporary state of curiosity.

2

Ella estaba intrigada por el misterio.

She was interested by the mystery.

'Intrigada' agrees in gender and number with the subject 'ella'.

3

Los niños estaban intrigados por el nuevo juguete.

The children were curious about the new toy.

'Intrigados' agrees in gender and number with the subject 'los niños'.

4

¿Estás intrigado por aprender español?

Are you interested in learning Spanish?

The preposition 'por' often follows 'intrigado' to indicate the cause of curiosity.

5

Me siento intrigado por su respuesta.

I feel curious about their answer.

'Sentirse intrigado' is another common way to express curiosity.

6

La película me dejó intrigado.

The movie left me curious.

The verb 'dejar' (to leave) can be used to show something caused curiosity.

7

No puedo evitar sentirme intrigado.

I can't help but feel interested.

'No puedo evitar' means 'I can't help but'.

8

Su silencio me tiene intrigado.

Their silence has me curious.

The verb 'tener' can also be used to express having someone in a state of curiosity.

1

Estoy intrigado por esta historia.

I am curious about this story.

Use 'estar' with 'intrigado' to describe a temporary state of curiosity.

2

¿Qué te tiene tan intrigado?

What has you so intrigued?

Here 'tener' is used with 'intrigado' to express something causing the intrigue.

3

Los detectives estaban intrigados por las huellas.

The detectives were curious about the footprints.

Plural form 'intrigados' matches the plural subject 'los detectives'.

4

Ella se sintió intrigada por su silencio.

She felt intrigued by his silence.

Reflexive verb 'sentirse' + 'intrigada' (feminine singular) to express feeling intrigued.

5

El nuevo proyecto me tiene bastante intrigado.

The new project has me quite curious.

'Bastante' means 'quite' or 'rather'.

6

Sus palabras la dejaron muy intrigada.

His words left her very intrigued.

'Dejar' here means 'to leave' someone in a certain state.

7

Estábamos intrigados con el final de la película.

We were curious about the end of the movie.

'Con' can be used with 'intrigado' to mean 'with' or 'about' something.

8

Me encuentro intrigado por saber más.

I find myself curious to know more.

'Encontrarse' is another way to express being in a certain state, similar to 'estar'.

1

Estoy intrigado por saber cómo terminó la historia.

I'm intrigued to know how the story ended.

2

Su reacción me dejó bastante intrigado.

His reaction left me quite intrigued.

3

Me siento muy intrigado por esta nueva cultura.

I feel very intrigued by this new culture.

4

El misterio del antiguo manuscrito mantuvo a todos intrigados.

The mystery of the ancient manuscript kept everyone intrigued.

5

¿No estás intrigado por el origen de estas ruinas?

Aren't you intrigued by the origin of these ruins?

6

La propuesta suena intrigante; quiero saber más.

The proposal sounds intriguing; I want to know more.

7

Estaba intrigada por su silencio inusual.

She was intrigued by his unusual silence.

8

Los detalles del experimento me tienen completamente intrigado.

The details of the experiment have me completely intrigued.

1

Me siento muy intrigado por la repentina desaparición de mi vecino, que ha dejado todas sus pertenencias en su casa.

I feel very intrigued by the sudden disappearance of my neighbor, who has left all his belongings in his house.

The verb 'sentirse' (to feel) is used reflexively here, followed by the adjective 'intrigado'.

2

La película me dejó intrigado con su final abierto, haciéndome pensar en posibles interpretaciones durante días.

The movie left me intrigued with its open ending, making me think about possible interpretations for days.

Here, 'dejar' (to leave) is used with a direct object ('la película' - the movie) and an indirect object pronoun ('me' - me) before the adjective 'intrigado'.

3

Su inusual propuesta de negocio me tiene bastante intrigado; necesito investigar más antes de tomar una decisión.

His unusual business proposal has me quite intrigued; I need to investigate further before making a decision.

'Tener' (to have) is used here to express a state of being, similar to 'to keep me intrigued'.

4

Estoy intrigado por el misterio de las antiguas ruinas y cómo fueron construidas con tal precisión.

I am intrigued by the mystery of the ancient ruins and how they were built with such precision.

The verb 'estar' (to be) is used with the adjective 'intrigado' to describe a current state.

5

La novela de suspense mantiene al lector intrigado desde la primera página hasta la última, con giros inesperados en cada capítulo.

The suspense novel keeps the reader intrigued from the first page to the last, with unexpected twists in every chapter.

The verb 'mantener' (to keep) is used with a direct object ('al lector' - the reader) and the adjective 'intrigado'.

6

Nos sentimos intrigados por el acento desconocido del orador, que no podíamos identificar con ninguna región específica.

We felt intrigued by the speaker's unknown accent, which we couldn't identify with any specific region.

Similar to the first example, 'sentirse' is used reflexively with 'intrigados' (plural form).

7

La curiosa sonrisa de la Mona Lisa siempre ha intrigado a millones de personas a lo largo de los siglos.

The curious smile of the Mona Lisa has always intrigued millions of people throughout the centuries.

Here, 'intrigar' is used as a verb directly, where 'la sonrisa' is the subject.

8

Quedé intrigado por la explicación del científico sobre la física cuántica, a pesar de que algunos conceptos eran difíciles de comprender.

I was intrigued by the scientist's explanation of quantum physics, even though some concepts were difficult to understand.

The verb 'quedar' (to remain/be left) is used here to express the state of being intrigued.

1

El misterio de la antigua civilización maya me tiene completamente intrigado, queriendo descubrir todos sus secretos.

The mystery of the ancient Mayan civilization has me completely intrigued, wanting to discover all its secrets.

Here 'intrigado' functions as an adjective modifying the speaker (me).

2

Su enigmática sonrisa dejó a todos los presentes intrigados sobre sus verdaderas intenciones en la reunión.

Her enigmatic smile left all those present intrigued about her true intentions at the meeting.

'Intrigados' agrees in gender and number with 'todos los presentes' (all those present).

3

La repentina desaparición del documento clasificado ha intrigado a los investigadores, quienes trabajan sin descanso para resolver el caso.

The sudden disappearance of the classified document has intrigued the investigators, who are working tirelessly to solve the case.

Here 'intrigado' is used as a past participle with 'ha' (has) to form the present perfect tense.

4

Me siento intrigado por la forma en que los avances tecnológicos están redefiniendo el futuro del trabajo y la sociedad.

I feel intrigued by the way technological advancements are redefining the future of work and society.

'Me siento intrigado' uses a reflexive verb to express a feeling.

5

La trama compleja de la novela policíaca mantuvo al lector intrigado desde la primera página hasta el desenlace inesperado.

The complex plot of the detective novel kept the reader intrigued from the first page until the unexpected outcome.

'Intrigado' modifies 'el lector' (the reader).

6

Estaba tan intrigado por la posibilidad de viajar a Marte que pasó horas investigando sobre la colonización espacial.

He was so intrigued by the possibility of traveling to Mars that he spent hours researching space colonization.

'Estaba intrigado' uses the imperfect tense of 'estar' to describe a continuous state of being.

7

La antigua leyenda sobre el tesoro escondido en la isla remota ha intrigado a generaciones de aventureros.

The ancient legend about the hidden treasure on the remote island has intrigued generations of adventurers.

'Ha intrigado' is in the present perfect tense.

8

Su propuesta de negocio, aunque arriesgada, me dejó bastante intrigado y estoy considerando seriamente invertir en ella.

His business proposal, although risky, left me quite intrigued, and I am seriously considering investing in it.

'Me dejó intrigado' implies that the proposal caused the feeling of intrigue.

자주 쓰는 조합

muy intrigado very intrigued
bastante intrigado quite intrigued
parecer intrigado to seem intrigued
quedar intrigado to be left intrigued
estar intrigado to be intrigued
me siento intrigado I feel intrigued
siempre intrigado always intrigued
genuinamente intrigado genuinely intrigued
un poco intrigado a little intrigued
visiblemente intrigado visibly intrigued

자주 쓰는 구문

Estoy muy intrigado por la historia.

I am very intrigued by the story.

¿Por qué estás tan intrigado?

Why are you so intrigued?

Me dejó intrigado su comentario.

His comment left me intrigued.

Parece intrigado con la explicación.

He seems intrigued by the explanation.

Quedé intrigado después de leer el libro.

I was left intrigued after reading the book.

Ella estaba bastante intrigada por su origen.

She was quite intrigued by his origin.

Siempre me siento intrigado con los misterios.

I always feel intrigued by mysteries.

Su reacción me hizo sentir intrigado.

His reaction made me feel intrigued.

El final de la película me dejó intrigado.

The end of the movie left me intrigued.

Estoy intrigado con saber más.

I'm intrigued to know more.

자주 혼동되는 단어

intrigado vs Interesante (interesting)

While 'intrigado' means a person is intrigued, 'interesante' describes something as interesting. Don't confuse the adjective for a person with the adjective for a thing.

intrigado vs Curiosidad (curiosity)

This is the noun form of 'curioso.' 'Intrigado' is an adjective describing a state of being, not the emotion itself.

intrigado vs Misterioso (mysterious)

Something 'misterioso' can make you feel 'intrigado.' One describes the object, the other describes your feeling.

문법 패턴

Agreement in gender and number with the noun it modifies (e.g., intrigado, intrigada, intrigados, intrigadas). Commonly used with the verb 'estar' (to be - for temporary states or feelings). Can be used with 'parecer' (to seem). Can be used with reflexive verbs like 'sentirse' (to feel). Often followed by prepositions 'por' or 'con' to indicate what causes the intrigue. Can be used as a participle adjective derived from the verb 'intrigar' (to intrigue/to puzzle).

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intrigado vs interesado

Both 'interesado' and 'intrigado' relate to interest, but 'intrigado' suggests a deeper, more active sense of curiosity, often implying a mystery or something that piques one's investigative nature.

While 'interesado' means simply 'interested,' 'intrigado' implies being 'intrigued' or 'puzzled' – you want to know more.

Estoy interesado en aprender español. (I am interested in learning Spanish.) | Estoy intrigado por el misterio. (I am intrigued by the mystery.)

intrigado vs curioso

Both words describe curiosity. 'Intrigado' often implies a more specific and sometimes more intense or personal level of curiosity, often with a hint of mystery, whereas 'curioso' can be a more general curiosity.

'Curioso' is simply 'curious.' 'Intrigado' is 'intrigued' or 'puzzled,' suggesting a desire to uncover something.

Soy curioso sobre nuevas culturas. (I am curious about new cultures.) | La historia me dejó muy intrigado. (The story left me very intrigued.)

intrigado vs fascinado

Both 'fascinado' and 'intrigado' involve a strong pull of attention. However, 'fascinado' suggests being captivated by something's beauty or wonder, while 'intrigado' is more about unraveling a puzzle or understanding a hidden aspect.

'Fascinado' means 'fascinated,' often by beauty or wonder. 'Intrigado' means 'intrigued,' often by a mystery or something to be understood.

Estoy fascinado por el arte. (I am fascinated by art.) | Sus palabras me dejaron intrigado. (His words left me intrigued.)

intrigado vs perplejo

Both terms describe a state of being uncertain or wanting to understand. However, 'perplejo' implies confusion or bewilderment, while 'intrigado' suggests a positive, active curiosity that wants to solve something.

'Perplejo' is 'perplexed' or 'confused.' 'Intrigado' is 'intrigued,' with an active desire to understand, not just a state of confusion.

Estaba perplejo por la repentina decisión. (I was perplexed by the sudden decision.) | La trama del libro me tiene intrigado. (The book's plot has me intrigued.)

intrigado vs asombrado

While both can involve an element of surprise, 'asombrado' is about being amazed or astonished. 'Intrigado' is about arousing curiosity to investigate, not necessarily a feeling of wonder.

'Asombrado' means 'astonished' or 'amazed.' 'Intrigado' means 'intrigued,' with a desire to discover or understand.

Estoy asombrado por la vista. (I am amazed by the view.) | Estoy intrigado por cómo lo hizo. (I am intrigued by how he did it.)

문장 패턴

A1

Estar + intrigado.

¿Estás intrigado? (Are you intrigued?)

A2

Estar + intrigado + por + [noun/pronoun].

Estoy intrigado por el misterio. (I am intrigued by the mystery.)

A2

Estar + intrigado + con + [noun/pronoun].

Ella está intrigada con la historia. (She is intrigued with the story.)

B1

Parecer + intrigado.

Parece intrigado con la noticia. (He seems intrigued by the news.)

B1

Dejar + intrigado + a + [person].

La pregunta me dejó intrigado. (The question left me intrigued.)

B2

Sentirse + intrigado + por + [noun/verb in infinitive].

Me siento intrigado por aprender más. (I feel intrigued to learn more.)

B2

Mantener + a + [person] + intrigado.

La trama me mantuvo intrigado. (The plot kept me intrigued.)

C1

Estar + intrigado + ante + [situation/event].

Estaba intrigado ante su repentina aparición. (I was intrigued by his sudden appearance.)

사용법

When something has piqued your interest, use intrigado/a. It's often followed by por (by) to indicate what sparked the curiosity. For example, Estoy intrigada por la historia (I am intrigued by the story). You can also use it to describe a person who is curious, like Él es un hombre intrigado (He is an intrigued/curious man).

자주 하는 실수

A common mistake is confusing intrigado with 'intrigued' in the sense of being involved in a plot or scheme. While 'intrigue' in English can mean to plot, intrigado in Spanish primarily means 'curious' or 'fascinated.' If you want to talk about being involved in a plot, you might use verbs like estar involucrado en un complot. Another mistake is forgetting to match the gender and number of the noun it modifies. So, for a female, it's intrigada, for plural males it's intrigados, and for plural females it's intrigadas.

어원

Latin 'intricare' (to entangle, perplex)

원래 의미: involved, entangled

Indo-European (Italic branch)

문화적 맥락

When someone is 'intrigado' in Spanish-speaking cultures, it implies a genuine and often active interest in something, going beyond mere casual curiosity. It's common to express this feeling when encountering something new or mysterious, such as 'Me tiene intrigado ese nuevo restaurante' (That new restaurant has me intrigued).

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실제 사용 상황

Describing someone's reaction to a mysterious event or story.

  • Me quedé muy intrigado con lo que pasó.
  • Su historia me dejó intrigado.
  • Parecía intrigado por la repentina desaparición.

Expressing personal curiosity about a topic or situation.

  • Estoy intrigado por saber más sobre este tema.
  • Me intriga su forma de pensar.
  • La cultura maya siempre me ha intrigado.

Referring to an intriguing plot in a book or movie.

  • El argumento de la película es bastante intrigante.
  • Es un libro con una trama muy intrigante.
  • La serie tiene un final intrigante.

Talking about an intriguing person or their behavior.

  • Ella es una persona muy intrigante.
  • Su comportamiento me resulta intrigante.
  • Siempre dice cosas intrigantes.

When something makes you wonder or ponder.

  • Me intriga cómo lograron hacer eso.
  • ¿No te intriga el silencio tan extraño?
  • Es una pregunta que me tiene intrigado.

대화 시작하기

"¿Qué te ha intrigado últimamente? (What has intrigued you lately?)"

"¿Hay alguna noticia o historia que te haya dejado intrigado? (Is there any news or story that has left you intrigued?)"

"¿Cuál es el libro o la película más intrigante que has visto/leído? (What's the most intriguing book or movie you've seen/read?)"

"¿Hay algo de tu cultura que a la gente de otros países le parezca intrigante? (Is there anything about your culture that people from other countries find intriguing?)"

"Si pudieras resolver un misterio, ¿qué te intrigaría más? (If you could solve one mystery, what would intrigue you the most?)"

일기 주제

Describe una situación reciente en la que te sentiste intrigado. ¿Qué despertó tu curiosidad? (Describe a recent situation where you felt intrigued. What sparked your curiosity?)

Piensa en una persona que te parezca intrigante. ¿Qué es lo que te intriga de ella? (Think of a person you find intriguing. What is it about them that intrigues you?)

Escribe sobre un sueño o una idea que te haya dejado intrigado. (Write about a dream or an idea that has left you intrigued.)

¿Hay alguna pregunta filosófica o científica que te intriga? Explica por qué. (Is there any philosophical or scientific question that intrigues you? Explain why.)

Si tuvieras que crear una historia intrigante, ¿cuáles serían los elementos clave? (If you had to create an intriguing story, what would be the key elements?)

자주 묻는 질문

10 질문

While both mean 'curious', 'intrigado' suggests a deeper, more intense level of curiosity, often bordering on fascination or puzzlement. It implies that something has truly captured your attention and you're eager to uncover more. 'Curioso' is a more general term for being interested or wanting to know something.

Example:
- 'Estoy intrigado por la desaparición del tesoro.' (I am intrigued by the disappearance of the treasure.)
- 'Soy curioso sobre la cultura española.' (I am curious about Spanish culture.)

Yes, 'intrigado' can be used in both positive and negative contexts. You can be intrigued by a fascinating story (positive) or intrigued by a strange, unsettling situation (negative). The core meaning of having your curiosity deeply aroused remains the same.

Example:
- 'Me siento intrigado por su nueva propuesta de negocio.' (I feel intrigued by his new business proposal.)
- 'Estoy intrigado por los ruidos extraños que vienen del ático.' (I am intrigued by the strange noises coming from the attic.)

Yes, as an adjective, 'intrigado' changes its ending to agree with the gender and number of the noun it modifies.

Masculine singular: 'intrigado'
Feminine singular: 'intrigada'
Masculine plural: 'intrigados'
Feminine plural: 'intrigadas'

Example:
- 'Él está intrigado.' (He is intrigued.)
- 'Ella está intrigada.' (She is intrigued.)

You can use 'intrigado' with the verb 'estar' (to be) to describe a state of being intrigued.

Example:
- 'Estoy intrigado por lo que va a pasar.' (I am intrigued by what is going to happen.)
- 'Nos quedamos intrigados con el final de la película.' (We were intrigued by the end of the movie.)

While not a fixed idiom, you'll often hear 'estar intrigado por...' (to be intrigued by...) or 'quedar intrigado con...' (to be left intrigued with...).

Example:
- 'Estaba muy intrigado por el misterio.' (He was very intrigued by the mystery.)
- 'Me quedé intrigado con la historia.' (I was left intrigued by the story.)

The verb related to 'intrigado' is 'intrigar' (to intrigue, to puzzle, to arouse curiosity).

Example:
- 'La situación me intriga.' (The situation intrigues me.)
- 'Sus palabras siempre me intrigan.' (Her words always intrigue me.)

Not directly in the same way. While a situation or a story can *be* intriguing ('intrigante'), 'intrigado' describes the *state of a person* who feels curiosity.

Example:
- 'La trama era muy intrigante.' (The plot was very intriguing.)
- 'Él estaba intrigado por la trama.' (He was intrigued by the plot.)

'Intrigado' is a versatile word that can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Its usage depends more on the specific situation and the level of curiosity you want to convey. It's not overly formal or slangy.

Example:
- 'El detective estaba intrigado por la evidencia.' (The detective was intrigued by the evidence.) - Formal
- 'Estoy intrigado por tu nuevo hobby.' (I'm intrigued by your new hobby.) - Informal

Some synonyms for 'intrigado' that convey a similar sense of curiosity or interest include 'curioso' (curious), 'fascinado' (fascinated), and 'perplejo' (perplexed, if the intrigue involves confusion). However, remember 'intrigado' often implies a deeper, more active interest.

Example:
- 'Estaba fascinado con la obra de arte.' (He was fascinated with the artwork.)
- 'Me quedé perplejo con su decisión.' (I was left perplexed by his decision.)

A CEFR B1 level means you are an independent user of Spanish. You can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Using a word like 'intrigado' demonstrates your ability to express more nuanced feelings and engage in more detailed conversations, moving beyond basic vocabulary to convey deeper emotions and states of being. It's a good word to add to your vocabulary at this level.

셀프 테스트 156 질문

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Yo estoy muy ___ por la historia.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

The sentence means 'I am very intrigued by the story.'

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Ella está ___ con el nuevo libro.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigada

The sentence means 'She is intrigued with the new book.' 'Intrigada' is used because 'ella' (she) is feminine.

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Los niños están ___ por el misterio.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

The sentence means 'The children are intrigued by the mystery.' 'Intrigados' is plural because 'los niños' (the children) is plural.

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Nosotros estamos ___ sobre el secreto.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

The sentence means 'We are intrigued about the secret.' 'Intrigados' is plural and masculine to agree with 'nosotros' (we).

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¿Estás ___ por la sorpresa?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

The sentence means 'Are you intrigued by the surprise?' 'Intrigado' is singular and masculine to agree with 'tú' (you, informal singular).

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Ellas no están ___ con la película.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigadas

The sentence means 'They are not intrigued with the movie.' 'Intrigadas' is plural and feminine to agree with 'ellas' (they, feminine plural).

listening A1

Listen to the sentence about the dog's size.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El perro es grande.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A1

Listen to the sentence about the house's appearance.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La casa es bonita.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A1

Listen to the sentence about having an apple.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Yo tengo una manzana.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Hola, ¿cómo estás?

Focus: o-la, co-mo es-tas

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

Gracias.

Focus: gra-ci-as

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A1

Read this aloud:

De nada.

Focus: de na-da

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A1

Write a short sentence saying you are interested in a new movie. Use 'intrigado' or 'intrigada'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Estoy intrigado con la nueva película.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A1

Your friend told you a secret. Write a sentence saying you are very curious. Use 'intrigado' or 'intrigada'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Estoy muy intrigada con el secreto.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A1

Write a question asking if someone is interested in a book. Use 'intrigado' or 'intrigada'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

¿Estás intrigado con el libro?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
reading A1

¿Cómo se siente Ana?

Read this passage:

Ana tiene un regalo misterioso. Ella está intrigada. ¿Qué es el regalo?

¿Cómo se siente Ana?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Está intrigada.

The passage states 'Ella está intrigada' which means she is curious or interested.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Está intrigada.

The passage states 'Ella está intrigada' which means she is curious or interested.

reading A1

¿Por qué está intrigado Juan?

Read this passage:

Juan lee un libro sobre un detective. El misterio es grande. Juan está muy intrigado.

¿Por qué está intrigado Juan?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Porque el libro tiene un misterio.

Juan is intrigued because 'el misterio es grande' (the mystery is big).

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Porque el libro tiene un misterio.

Juan is intrigued because 'el misterio es grande' (the mystery is big).

reading A1

¿Con qué está intrigada Maria?

Read this passage:

Maria ve una casa antigua. La casa parece un secreto. Maria está intrigada con la casa.

¿Con qué está intrigada Maria?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Con una casa.

The passage says 'Maria está intrigada con la casa' (Maria is intrigued with the house).

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Con una casa.

The passage says 'Maria está intrigada con la casa' (Maria is intrigued with the house).

sentence order A1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estoy intrigado con la historia.

This sentence means 'I am intrigued by the story.'

sentence order A1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Ella está intrigada por el misterio.

This sentence means 'She is intrigued by the mystery.'

sentence order A1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Nosotros estamos intrigados por los nuevos planes.

This sentence means 'We are intrigued by the new plans.'

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El nuevo libro me tiene ___.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

'Intrigado' means curious or interested. The new book would likely make someone curious.

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Ella estaba ___ por el secreto.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigada

To be intrigued by a secret means to be very curious about it.

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Los niños estaban ___ con el nuevo juguete.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

Children often become curious or interested when they see a new toy.

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No estoy ___ por ese programa de televisión.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

If you're not intrigued by a TV show, you're not curious or interested in it.

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La película dejó a todos los espectadores ___.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

A movie can leave viewers curious or interested, wanting to know more.

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Él se siente ___ por la cultura española.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

To be intrigued by a culture means to be interested and curious about it.

multiple choice A2

Choose the best translation for 'intrigado'.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Curious

'Intrigado' means to be curious or interested in something.

multiple choice A2

Which word is similar in meaning to 'intrigado'?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Interesado (interested)

'Intrigado' describes someone whose curiosity or interest is aroused, similar to being 'interested'.

multiple choice A2

El detective estaba muy ___ con las pistas del caso.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

The detective was very 'intrigado' (curious/interested) by the clues of the case.

true false A2

If you are 'intrigado', you are probably bored.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

No, if you are 'intrigado', you are curious and interested, not bored.

true false A2

When someone is 'intrigado', they want to know more about something.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

Yes, 'intrigado' means to have your curiosity or interest aroused, leading to a desire to know more.

true false A2

La película fue muy intrigada, me hizo dormir.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

If a movie is 'intrigado', it means it was interesting and would likely keep you awake, not make you sleep.

listening A2

I am intrigued by this story.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estoy intrigado por esta historia.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A2

Are you intrigued by the new book?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: ¿Estás intrigada con el nuevo libro?
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening A2

We feel intrigued by the mystery.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Nos sentimos intrigados por el misterio.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

Ella está intrigada con la música nueva.

Focus: in-tree-GAH-dah

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

El niño está intrigado por el juguete.

Focus: in-tree-GAH-doh

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking A2

Read this aloud:

Estoy intrigado con tu idea.

Focus: in-tree-GAH-doh

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A2

You met a new person and you are intrigued by their hobbies. Write a short message (2-3 sentences) to a friend explaining this. Use 'intrigado/a'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Conocí a una persona nueva hoy. Estoy muy intrigada por sus pasatiempos. Quiero saber más.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A2

Imagine you saw a strange light in the sky. Write one sentence saying you are intrigued and want to know what it was. Use 'intrigado/a'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Vi una luz extraña en el cielo y estoy intrigado. ¿Qué pudo ser?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing A2

Your friend told you a short story but didn't finish it. Write a sentence saying you are intrigued and ask them to finish the story. Use 'intrigado/a'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Tu historia me tiene intrigado. ¡Cuéntame el final!

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
reading A2

¿Cómo se sintió Laura cuando vio el libro?

Read this passage:

Laura y Juan fueron a una tienda de antigüedades. Laura vio un libro muy antiguo y se sintió intrigada. Quería saber quién lo escribió y de qué trataba.

¿Cómo se sintió Laura cuando vio el libro?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Intrigada

Laura se sintió 'intrigada' porque quería saber más sobre el libro, como quién lo escribió.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Intrigada

Laura se sintió 'intrigada' porque quería saber más sobre el libro, como quién lo escribió.

reading A2

¿Por qué el detective estaba intrigado?

Read this passage:

El detective encontró una nota misteriosa. Estaba intrigado por el mensaje secreto y pasó horas intentando descifrarlo. Sabía que era importante.

¿Por qué el detective estaba intrigado?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Por un mensaje secreto

El pasaje dice que el detective estaba intrigado por 'el mensaje secreto'.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Por un mensaje secreto

El pasaje dice que el detective estaba intrigado por 'el mensaje secreto'.

reading A2

¿Qué hizo que María se sintiera intrigada?

Read this passage:

María escuchó una conversación interesante entre dos personas. No pudo escuchar todo, pero lo que escuchó la dejó muy intrigada. Quería saber de qué hablaban.

¿Qué hizo que María se sintiera intrigada?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Una conversación interesante

María se sintió intrigada por 'una conversación interesante'.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Una conversación interesante

María se sintió intrigada por 'una conversación interesante'.

sentence order A2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Ella está intrigada

This sentence means 'She is intrigued.' 'Ella' is 'she', 'está' is 'is', and 'intrigada' is 'intrigued'.

sentence order A2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El libro me deja intrigado

This sentence means 'The book leaves me intrigued.' 'El libro' is 'the book', 'me deja' is 'leaves me', and 'intrigado' is 'intrigued'.

sentence order A2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estoy intrigado con la historia

This sentence means 'I am intrigued by the story.' 'Estoy' is 'I am', 'intrigado' is 'intrigued', 'con' is 'with/by', and 'la historia' is 'the story'.

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Después de leer el primer capítulo, me sentí muy ___ por la historia. (After reading the first chapter, I felt very ___ by the story.)

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

The context implies a feeling of curiosity or interest after reading, which 'intrigado' conveys.

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Su silencio me dejó ___. ¿Qué estaba pensando? (His silence left me ___. What was he thinking?)

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Silence often makes one curious about another's thoughts, matching 'intrigado'.

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La película tenía un final tan inesperado que me quedé ___ durante días. (The movie had such an unexpected ending that I was ___ for days.)

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

An unexpected ending usually leaves one curious or interested, fitting 'intrigado'.

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Cuando escuché su extraña historia, me sentí ___ y quería saber más. (When I heard her strange story, I felt ___ and wanted to know more.)

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Wanting to know more after a strange story indicates a feeling of curiosity, which is 'intrigado'.

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El detective estaba ___ por la nueva pista en el caso. (The detective was ___ by the new clue in the case.)

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

A detective would be curious or interested in a new clue, making 'intrigado' the correct choice.

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Siempre me siento ___ cuando leo sobre culturas antiguas. (I always feel ___ when I read about ancient cultures.)

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Reading about ancient cultures typically sparks curiosity or interest, so 'intrigado' is appropriate.

multiple choice B1

Choose the best translation for 'intrigado'.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Curious

The word 'intrigado' means aroused to curiosity or interest, so 'curious' is the best fit.

multiple choice B1

Which sentence uses 'intrigado' correctly?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estoy muy intrigado con la historia de tu viaje.

'Intrigado' is an adjective that agrees in gender and number with the subject. In the correct sentence, 'estoy' (I am) matches 'intrigado' (masculine singular). The other options have grammatical errors in agreement.

multiple choice B1

If you are 'intrigado' by something, what are you feeling?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Interest

Being 'intrigado' means you are interested or curious about something.

true false B1

The word 'intrigado' can be used to describe someone who is very bored.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

'Intrigado' means to be curious or interested, which is the opposite of bored.

true false B1

If a mystery novel makes you 'intrigado', it means you want to know what happens next.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

Feeling 'intrigado' by a mystery novel means you are curious and interested in finding out the resolution.

true false B1

The word 'intrigado' is always used to describe something negative.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

'Intrigado' describes a positive feeling of curiosity or interest, not something negative.

listening B1

Listen for 'intrigado' and its context.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estoy intrigado por la nueva película de ciencia ficción.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening B1

Listen for the question and the word 'intrigada'.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: ¿Estás intrigada por lo que pasó en el libro?
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening B1

Focus on how 'intrigado' describes a state of being.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La historia lo dejó muy intrigado y pensando.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking B1

Read this aloud:

Estoy intrigado con el misterio.

Focus: in-tree-GAH-doh

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking B1

Read this aloud:

Ella parece intrigada por la conversación.

Focus: in-tree-GAH-dah

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking B1

Read this aloud:

¿Qué te tiene tan intrigado?

Focus: keh teh tee-EH-neh tahn in-tree-GAH-doh

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
sentence order B1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El detective estaba intrigado por las huellas.

The correct order forms the sentence 'The detective was intrigued by the footprints.'

sentence order B1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Me siento intrigado por tu historia.

The correct order forms the sentence 'I feel intrigued by your story.'

sentence order B1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Están intrigados con el nuevo proyecto.

The correct order forms the sentence 'They are intrigued by the new project.'

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Después de leer el primer capítulo, me sentí muy _______ sobre el resto de la historia.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

La palabra 'intrigado' encaja mejor en el contexto de sentir curiosidad por una historia después de leer el primer capítulo.

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Su misteriosa desaparición dejó a todos sus amigos completamente _______. Nadie sabía qué había pasado.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

La desaparición de alguien generaría curiosidad y preguntas, por lo que 'intrigados' es la opción más adecuada.

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El detective estaba _______ por la evidencia encontrada en la escena del crimen; no entendía cómo encajaban las piezas.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Un detective se sentiría muy curioso y con ganas de saber más sobre la evidencia, lo que describe 'intrigado'.

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La carta antigua, escrita con una caligrafía inusual, me dejó muy _______ sobre su origen y su significado.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Una carta antigua y misteriosa despertaría curiosidad, por lo que 'intrigado' es la respuesta correcta.

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El científico se mostró _______ por los resultados inesperados del experimento, lo que lo motivó a investigar más a fondo.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Los resultados inesperados en un experimento suelen despertar el interés y la curiosidad de un científico, haciendo 'intrigado' la mejor opción.

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Después de escuchar el rumor, Marta se quedó _______ y quería saber toda la verdad sobre el asunto.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigada

Un rumor suele generar curiosidad y el deseo de saber más, por lo que 'intrigada' describe bien el estado de Marta.

multiple choice B2

Choose the best synonym for "intrigado."

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Curioso

To be 'intrigado' means to be curious or interested. 'Curioso' directly translates to curious.

multiple choice B2

Which sentence correctly uses "intrigado"?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estoy muy intrigado por la historia de ese libro.

'Intrigado por' is the common construction to express being intrigued by something. The other options use incorrect prepositions or are grammatically awkward.

multiple choice B2

If you are "intrigado" by a mystery, what are you likely feeling?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Interés y curiosidad

To be 'intrigado' means to have your curiosity or interest aroused.

true false B2

If someone is 'intrigado' by a secret, they probably know all the details.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

If someone is 'intrigado' by a secret, it means they are curious about it because they don't know the details yet.

true false B2

The word "intrigado" can be used to describe someone who is bored.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

'Intrigado' means the opposite of bored; it means someone's interest has been piqued.

true false B2

You can be 'intrigado' by a person's mysterious past.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

It's common to be 'intrigado' (intrigued) by something mysterious or unknown, like a person's past.

sentence order B2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El detective estaba intrigado por las huellas misteriosas.

This sentence means 'The detective was intrigued by the mysterious footprints.' It's a straightforward use of 'intrigado' to express curiosity.

sentence order B2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Me dejó intrigada la forma en que terminó la película.

This sentence means 'The way the movie ended left me intrigued.' Here, 'intrigada' refers to the feeling of being curious about the ending.

sentence order B2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Los científicos están muy intrigados con los nuevos descubrimientos.

This sentence means 'Scientists are very intrigued by the new discoveries.' It shows how 'intrigado' can describe a strong interest in something new.

fill blank C1

El detective se sintió ___ por las nuevas pistas del caso.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

The detective felt curious and interested by the new clues, which is what 'intrigado' means.

fill blank C1

La novela de misterio dejó a los lectores ___ hasta el final.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

A mystery novel would leave readers curious and interested, or 'intrigados', until the very end.

fill blank C1

Después de escuchar el rumor, Marta estaba ___ sobre lo que realmente había pasado.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigada

Hearing a rumor would make Marta curious about the truth, thus 'intrigada'.

fill blank C1

Su explicación fue tan vaga que me dejó completamente ___.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

A vague explanation would likely leave someone curious or 'intrigado' rather than fully understanding.

fill blank C1

El arqueólogo estaba ___ por el descubrimiento del antiguo manuscrito.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

An archaeologist would be greatly curious and interested, or 'intrigado', by an ancient manuscript discovery.

fill blank C1

El comportamiento inusual del animal dejó a los científicos ___ sobre su origen.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

Unusual animal behavior would naturally make scientists curious and interested, or 'intrigados', about its origin.

multiple choice C1

Which sentence best uses "intrigado" to convey deep curiosity?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Me siento intrigado por el misterio que envuelve su desaparición.

This option uses 'envuelve su desaparición' (surrounds his/her disappearance) which implies a deeper, more complex mystery, thus better conveying 'deep curiosity' than simpler phrases.

multiple choice C1

Choose the sentence where 'intrigado' suggests a sustained, rather than momentary, interest.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Después de leer la primera página, me quedé intrigado con la novela.

The phrase 'me quedé intrigado' (I remained intrigued) implies a lasting state of curiosity, especially after just the first page, suggesting sustained interest in the novel.

multiple choice C1

Which of the following scenarios most strongly implies a sense of 'intrigado' bordering on suspicion or suspicion-tinged curiosity?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El detective se sentía intrigado por la serie de pistas contradictorias en el caso.

In a detective context, 'pistas contradictorias' (contradictory clues) would naturally lead to a form of curiosity that is mixed with suspicion or an attempt to uncover hidden truths, which is a deeper nuance of 'intrigado'.

true false C1

One can be 'intrigado' by something simple and straightforward, without any mystery or complexity involved.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

While 'intrigado' means aroused to curiosity or interest, it generally implies there's something to figure out, a degree of complexity or mystery that sparks that curiosity. Simple, straightforward things are less likely to elicit 'intrigado' in its full sense.

true false C1

If you are 'intrigado' by someone's behavior, it often suggests a desire to understand their motives or the underlying reasons for their actions.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

Being 'intrigado' by someone's behavior implies a deeper level of curiosity than just noticing it. It suggests you are trying to delve into their motivations or the reasons behind what they are doing.

true false C1

Using 'intrigado' always implies a positive or pleasant feeling of curiosity.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

While often positive, 'intrigado' can also carry a sense of unease or even suspicion, especially if the subject of intrigue is mysterious, complex, or potentially problematic. It's about being deeply interested, which isn't always pleasant.

listening C1

He was very intrigued by the unsolved mystery.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estaba muy intrigado por el misterio sin resolver.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening C1

The project proposal left everyone intrigued.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La propuesta del proyecto dejó a todos intrigados.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening C1

His reaction left me quite intrigued.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Su reacción me dejó bastante intrigado.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

¿Qué te tiene tan intrigado hoy?

Focus: intriga-do

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

Estoy intrigado por saber cómo terminó la historia.

Focus: terminó la historia

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C1

Read this aloud:

Me siento intrigado por el origen de esa tradición.

Focus: origen de esa

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing C1

Imagine you are an investigative journalist. Describe a situation that left you deeply intrigued and explain what steps you took to uncover more information. Use 'intrigado' or 'intrigada' at least once.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

La desaparición de los documentos antiguos me dejó profundamente intrigado. Decidí investigar a fondo, revisando archivos y entrevistando a testigos clave para desentrañar el misterio. Mi curiosidad me impulsó a no rendirme hasta descubrir la verdad detrás de este suceso tan peculiar.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing C1

You're writing a short story. Create a character who is intrigued by something unusual they observe daily. Describe what they see and why it piques their interest.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

El señor Pérez, un relojero jubilado, se sentía intrigado por la extraña rutina de su nuevo vecino. Cada mañana, antes del amanecer, el vecino salía al jardín trasero con una linterna y parecía buscar algo en la tierra. Pérez no podía evitar preguntarse qué era lo que el hombre escondía o buscaba con tanta dedicación.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing C1

Write a paragraph describing a scientific discovery or an artistic movement that you find particularly intriguing. Explain why it captivates your attention.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

La teoría de la relatividad de Einstein siempre me ha dejado intrigado. La forma en que redefine nuestra comprensión del espacio y el tiempo es simplemente fascinante, y me parece increíble cómo una mente pudo concebir ideas tan revolucionarias que cambiaron para siempre el curso de la física moderna. Su complejidad, a pesar de su elegancia, es lo que más me cautiva.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
reading C1

¿Qué motivó al detective a seguir investigando el caso?

Read this passage:

El viejo detective, con años de experiencia en casos complejos, se sintió inusualmente intrigado por el nuevo misterio. No era un simple robo; había un patrón, una firma que lo llevó a sospechar de algo mucho más grande de lo que aparentaba. Cada pista, por mínima que fuera, lo empujaba a querer saber más, a desentrañar la verdad oculta tras el velo de lo obvio. Su mente no podía descansar hasta que todas las piezas encajaran.

¿Qué motivó al detective a seguir investigando el caso?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La complejidad y el patrón inusual del crimen.

El pasaje indica que el detective se sintió 'inusualmente intrigado' y que 'había un patrón, una firma que lo llevó a sospechar de algo mucho más grande', lo que lo motivó a querer saber más.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La complejidad y el patrón inusual del crimen.

El pasaje indica que el detective se sintió 'inusualmente intrigado' y que 'había un patrón, una firma que lo llevó a sospechar de algo mucho más grande', lo que lo motivó a querer saber más.

reading C1

¿Cómo se sintió Sofía ante las obras de arte moderno?

Read this passage:

La exposición de arte moderno dejó a muchos visitantes perplejos, pero a otros, como Sofía, profundamente intrigados. Las obras, abstractas y llenas de simbolismo, no daban respuestas fáciles, sino que invitaban a la reflexión, a buscar significados más allá de lo evidente. Sofía pasó horas contemplando una pintura en particular, sintiendo cómo cada pincelada le susurraba una historia diferente, una que su mente ansiosamente trataba de descifrar.

¿Cómo se sintió Sofía ante las obras de arte moderno?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Profundamente interesada y reflexiva.

El pasaje menciona que las obras dejaron a Sofía 'profundamente intrigada' y que invitaban a 'la reflexión, a buscar significados más allá de lo evidente'.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Profundamente interesada y reflexiva.

El pasaje menciona que las obras dejaron a Sofía 'profundamente intrigada' y que invitaban a 'la reflexión, a buscar significados más allá de lo evidente'.

reading C1

¿Qué aspecto del manuscrito capturó el interés de Ana?

Read this passage:

El antiguo manuscrito, descubierto en una polvorienta biblioteca, contenía pasajes en un idioma desconocido y dibujos de criaturas fantásticas. Los historiadores lo examinaron con cautela, pero fue la joven lingüista, Ana, quien se sintió verdaderamente intrigada. La complejidad de los símbolos y la posibilidad de que revelaran una cultura olvidada la impulsaron a dedicar meses a su estudio, buscando desentrañar cada uno de sus secretos.

¿Qué aspecto del manuscrito capturó el interés de Ana?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La posibilidad de que revelara una cultura olvidada y la complejidad de sus símbolos.

El texto dice que Ana se sintió 'verdaderamente intrigada' por 'la complejidad de los símbolos y la posibilidad de que revelaran una cultura olvidada', lo que la llevó a estudiarlo.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La posibilidad de que revelara una cultura olvidada y la complejidad de sus símbolos.

El texto dice que Ana se sintió 'verdaderamente intrigada' por 'la complejidad de los símbolos y la posibilidad de que revelaran una cultura olvidada', lo que la llevó a estudiarlo.

sentence order C1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El detective estaba intrigado por las huellas misteriosas.

This sentence means 'The detective was intrigued by the mysterious footprints.' It's a straightforward use of 'intrigado' to express curiosity.

sentence order C1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Me sentí intrigada cuando escuché la historia secreta.

This sentence means 'I felt intrigued when I heard the secret story.' It shows how 'intrigado' can describe a feeling of being drawn in by something mysterious.

sentence order C1

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Los científicos estaban intrigados por los resultados inesperados.

This sentence means 'The scientists were intrigued by the unexpected results.' Here, 'intrigado' indicates a strong professional interest and curiosity.

fill blank C2

El detective, con su mirada aguda, se mostró _____ ante el misterio sin resolver, sabiendo que la clave estaba oculta en los detalles más ínfimos.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

El contexto de un detective frente a un misterio sin resolver sugiere una fuerte curiosidad, lo que 'intrigado' comunica perfectamente.

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La arqueóloga, tras descubrir los antiguos jeroglíficos, se sintió profundamente _____ por los secretos que estos podrían revelar sobre una civilización perdida.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigada

El descubrimiento de jeroglíficos antiguos naturalmente despertaría gran curiosidad y deseo de conocimiento en una arqueóloga.

fill blank C2

A pesar de la complejidad del enigma, el joven científico permaneció _____, convencido de que la solución se encontraba al alcance de su intelecto.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Un científico frente a un enigma complejo pero con confianza en su capacidad para resolverlo, indica que está cautivado por el desafío.

fill blank C2

La enigmática sonrisa de la Mona Lisa siempre ha dejado a los espectadores _____ por la historia y los pensamientos ocultos detrás de su expresión.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigados

La Mona Lisa es famosa por generar curiosidad y especulación, lo que hace que 'intrigados' sea la opción más adecuada.

fill blank C2

El escritor, al escuchar fragmentos de una conversación misteriosa en el café, se sintió inmediatamente _____ y su imaginación comenzó a tejer complejas tramas.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

Un escritor a menudo busca inspiración en lo misterioso, y fragmentos de una conversación enigmática serían un fuerte catalizador para la curiosidad creativa.

fill blank C2

La repentina desaparición del manuscrito antiguo dejó a los historiadores _____ acerca de su destino y el valor incalculable de su contenido.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: intrigado

La desaparición de un manuscrito antiguo de gran valor generaría una intensa curiosidad y deseo de saber qué ocurrió, lo que se describe con 'intrigados'.

multiple choice C2

Choose the best synonym for 'intrigado' in the following sentence: 'Me dejó muy intrigado su repentina partida.'

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: curioso

'Intrigado' means aroused to curiosity or interest. 'Curioso' directly translates to curious, making it the best synonym.

multiple choice C2

Which of the following situations would most likely leave someone 'intrigado'?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Discovering a secret message in an old book.

Discovering a secret message would pique one's curiosity and interest, fitting the definition of 'intrigado'.

multiple choice C2

If someone is 'intrigado' by a new theory, what are they most likely to do?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Research it further to learn more.

Being 'intrigado' implies a desire to know more, so researching the theory is the most logical action.

true false C2

If you are 'intrigado' by something, it means you find it boring.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

The word 'intrigado' means to be aroused to curiosity or interest, which is the opposite of finding something boring.

true false C2

A person who is 'intrigado' might ask many questions about a topic.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:

Since 'intrigado' means to be curious or interested, asking questions is a natural outcome of this state.

true false C2

The feeling of being 'intrigado' is always negative.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: 거짓

Being 'intrigado' implies curiosity or interest, which can be a positive and engaging emotion, not necessarily negative.

listening C2

Pay attention to how 'intrigado' is used to describe someone's reaction to a mysterious message.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Después de leer el enigmático mensaje, se quedó intrigado por el misterio que se ocultaba tras él.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening C2

Listen for 'intrigada' and how it reflects the audience's deep interest.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La revelación de su pasado oscuro dejó a la audiencia completamente intrigada, deseando saber más.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
listening C2

Notice 'intrigado' describing the professor's intellectual curiosity.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El profesor estaba intrigado por la peculiar teoría del estudiante, lo que lo llevó a investigar más a fondo.
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

Estaba profundamente intrigado por la naturaleza de su enigmática sonrisa.

Focus: intriga-do

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

¿Qué te dejó más intrigado de la película?

Focus: in-tri-ga-do

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
speaking C2

Read this aloud:

La complejidad de su argumento me tiene intrigada.

Focus: in-tri-ga-da

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing C2

Describe a time you felt intrigued by a complex idea or a mysterious event. Use 'intrigado' or 'intrigada' in your response at least once, and elaborate on what specifically captured your interest.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Me sentí profundamente intrigada por la teoría de la relatividad cuando la leí por primera vez. La idea de que el tiempo y el espacio no son absolutos, sino relativos al observador, me fascinó. Quería entender cómo funcionaban estas ideas y sus implicaciones para nuestra comprensión del universo. La complejidad y la elegancia de los conceptos me mantuvieron absorta durante semanas, buscando más información y tratando de visualizar sus paradojas.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing C2

Imagine you are a detective investigating a puzzling case. Write a short journal entry explaining why you are 'intrigado' by a particular clue or piece of evidence. What makes it so captivating?

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Diario del Detective: Esta noche me encuentro particularmente intrigado por el pequeño relicario encontrado en la escena del crimen. No es su valor material lo que me cautiva, sino la inscripción interna en una lengua arcaica. Parece no tener relación alguna con la víctima ni con el modus operandi habitual del perpetrador. Es una pieza anómala que desvía toda lógica, y precisamente esa incongruencia es lo que ha encendido mi curiosidad. Siento que la clave de todo el misterio reside en descifrar su origen y su significado.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
writing C2

Consider a scientific discovery or an artistic masterpiece that has left you 'intrigado'. Write a paragraph explaining your reaction and why this particular subject continues to hold your attention. Use complex sentence structures.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

Siempre me he sentido profundamente intrigado por la obra de M.C. Escher, especialmente por sus grabados que desafían la lógica espacial y la percepción. La manera en que manipula la perspectiva para crear mundos imposibles, donde las escaleras suben y bajan infinitamente o los objetos se transforman de manera fluida, me resulta intelectualmente estimulante. A pesar de haber analizado sus creaciones en numerosas ocasiones, cada vez encuentro nuevos detalles y profundidades conceptuales que continúan captando mi atención y desafiando mi entendimiento de la realidad visual, una fascinación que perdura a través del tiempo.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답:
reading C2

¿Qué emoción principal experimentó el arqueólogo al ver el jeroglífico?

Read this passage:

El arqueólogo se encontró frente a un jeroglífico nunca antes visto. La combinación de símbolos, que desafiaba todas las convenciones conocidas, lo dejó profundamente intrigado. Sabía que descifrarlo podría cambiar radicalmente la comprensión de la civilización antigua que lo había creado. Pasó días y noches estudiando cada trazo, cada curva, cada posible significado, sintiendo la punzante curiosidad de un descubrimiento inminente.

¿Qué emoción principal experimentó el arqueólogo al ver el jeroglífico?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Curiosidad intensa

El pasaje indica que el jeroglífico 'lo dejó profundamente intrigado' y que sentía la 'punzante curiosidad de un descubrimiento inminente', lo que claramente apunta a una curiosidad intensa.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Curiosidad intensa

El pasaje indica que el jeroglífico 'lo dejó profundamente intrigado' y que sentía la 'punzante curiosidad de un descubrimiento inminente', lo que claramente apunta a una curiosidad intensa.

reading C2

¿Qué efecto tuvo la novela en sus lectores?

Read this passage:

La novela de suspense mantenía a la audiencia al borde de sus asientos. Cada giro inesperado de la trama, cada revelación enigmática, dejaba a los lectores cada vez más intrigados sobre el desenlace final. La autora había tejido una red de misterio tan compleja que nadie podía prever el verdadero culpable, generando debates apasionados en foros literarios.

¿Qué efecto tuvo la novela en sus lectores?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Aumentó su interés y curiosidad por el final

El texto dice que 'dejaba a los lectores cada vez más intrigados sobre el desenlace final', lo que significa que su interés y curiosidad se incrementaron.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Aumentó su interés y curiosidad por el final

El texto dice que 'dejaba a los lectores cada vez más intrigados sobre el desenlace final', lo que significa que su interés y curiosidad se incrementaron.

reading C2

¿Qué provocó la intriga de la audiencia?

Read this passage:

Durante la conferencia, el científico presentó una hipótesis revolucionaria sobre la naturaleza del universo. Aunque inicialmente escéptica, la audiencia pronto se vio intrigada por la lógica impecable y los datos convincentes que respaldaban su teoría. Las preguntas fluían sin cesar, y el ambiente se cargó de una atmósfera de descubrimiento y asombro colectivo.

¿Qué provocó la intriga de la audiencia?

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La lógica impecable y los datos convincentes de la teoría

El pasaje establece que 'la audiencia pronto se vio intrigada por la lógica impecable y los datos convincentes que respaldaban su teoría'.

정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La lógica impecable y los datos convincentes de la teoría

El pasaje establece que 'la audiencia pronto se vio intrigada por la lógica impecable y los datos convincentes que respaldaban su teoría'.

sentence order C2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: El detectiv se sintió intrigado por la misteriosa desaparición del collar.

This sentence describes the detective's reaction to a mysterious event, using 'intrigado' to express his aroused curiosity.

sentence order C2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: Estaba intrigada por la forma en que el artista logró esas texturas en su obra.

Here, 'intrigada' refers to the speaker's fascination with the artist's technique, showing a keen interest.

sentence order C2

아래 단어를 탭해서 문장을 만들어 보세요
정답! 아쉬워요. 정답: La antigua leyenda dejó a todos los arqueólogos profundamente intrigados por su origen.

This sentence uses 'intrigados' to convey the archaeologists' deep curiosity about the legend's origins.

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