entregado
Delivered or handed over.
The word transitions from a literal logistics term to a deep emotional descriptor of total commitment.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Refers to an item successfully received by the intended recipient.
- Describes a person who is fully committed or devoted to something.
- Can signify surrendering or giving oneself up to an authority.
Summary
The word transitions from a literal logistics term to a deep emotional descriptor of total commitment.
- Refers to an item successfully received by the intended recipient.
- Describes a person who is fully committed or devoted to something.
- Can signify surrendering or giving oneself up to an authority.
Use for high-praise descriptions
When writing a recommendation or a romantic card, use 'entregado' to show total devotion beyond just being 'hardworking'.
Watch for gender and number agreement
Remember it must match the noun: 'paquetes entregados' (masculine plural) or 'madre entregada' (feminine singular).
The virtue of sacrifice
In many Hispanic cultures, being 'entregado a la familia' is considered one of the highest moral virtues.
Examples
4 of 4El mensajero confirmó que el paquete fue entregado al vecino.
The courier confirmed that the package was delivered to the neighbor.
Es un empleado muy entregado que siempre ayuda a sus compañeros.
He is a very dedicated employee who always helps his colleagues.
Estoy totalmente entregado a este nuevo proyecto de arte.
I am totally devoted to this new art project.
El análisis muestra un mercado entregado a las nuevas tecnologías.
The analysis shows a market surrendered to new technologies.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'Entry' + 'Go'. The item has made its 'Entry' to the destination and is 'Go' (gone) from the sender's hands.
Visión general
'Entregado' es el participio del verbo 'entregar' que funciona frecuentemente como adjetivo. Posee una dualidad semántica interesante: por un lado, describe el estado final de un proceso logístico (la entrega de un objeto); por otro, describe una cualidad humana de compromiso profundo y desinteresado. 2) Patrones de uso: Cuando se utiliza con el verbo 'estar', suele indicar que un proceso de envío ha terminado ('El paquete está entregado') o que una persona se ha rendido ante una situación o autoridad. Cuando se usa con el verbo 'ser', describe una característica de la personalidad, denotando a alguien que se vuelca por completo en lo que hace. 3) Contextos comunes: En la era digital, su uso es omnipresente en el comercio electrónico para confirmar recepciones. En el ámbito personal, se emplea para alabar la ética de trabajo de alguien o su lealtad en una relación amorosa o familiar. 4) Comparación con palabras similares: A diferencia de 'dedicado', que implica enfoque y tiempo, 'entregado' sugiere una inversión emocional y un sacrificio mayor. Mientras que 'enviado' solo indica que el objeto partió de su origen, 'entregado' confirma que el ciclo se ha cerrado al llegar al destinatario final. Es una palabra que transmite finalidad en lo material y pasión en lo espiritual.
Usage Notes
In logistics, 'entregado' is neutral and professional. When describing people, it is a very positive, high-register adjective often used in literature, speeches, or formal evaluations to denote exceptional loyalty.
Common Mistakes
English speakers often use 'dedicado' exclusively when 'entregado' would be more natural for describing passion. Also, remember that as a past participle used as an adjective, it must agree in gender and number with the noun.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Entry' + 'Go'. The item has made its 'Entry' to the destination and is 'Go' (gone) from the sender's hands.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin 'intradere', which means 'to hand over' or 'to deliver'.
Cultural Context
In Spanish-speaking societies, being 'entregado' is a highly valued trait in both religious and family contexts, signifying a person who puts others' needs before their own.
Examples
El mensajero confirmó que el paquete fue entregado al vecino.
everydayThe courier confirmed that the package was delivered to the neighbor.
Es un empleado muy entregado que siempre ayuda a sus compañeros.
formalHe is a very dedicated employee who always helps his colleagues.
Estoy totalmente entregado a este nuevo proyecto de arte.
informalI am totally devoted to this new art project.
El análisis muestra un mercado entregado a las nuevas tecnologías.
academicThe analysis shows a market surrendered to new technologies.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
Entregado en cuerpo y alma
Devoted heart and soul
Darse por entregado
To give oneself up / To surrender
Often Confused With
Dedicado is more about focus and time management, while entregado implies a deeper emotional surrender or passion.
Rendido usually means exhausted or having given up due to defeat, whereas entregado (as surrender) is more about the act of turning oneself in.
Grammar Patterns
Use for high-praise descriptions
When writing a recommendation or a romantic card, use 'entregado' to show total devotion beyond just being 'hardworking'.
Watch for gender and number agreement
Remember it must match the noun: 'paquetes entregados' (masculine plural) or 'madre entregada' (feminine singular).
The virtue of sacrifice
In many Hispanic cultures, being 'entregado a la familia' is considered one of the highest moral virtues.
Test Yourself
Completa la oración con la forma correcta de 'entregado'.
Las cartas ya han sido ___ por el cartero.
The noun 'cartas' is feminine and plural, so the adjective must be 'entregadas'.
¿Qué significa 'entregado' en: 'Es un médico muy entregado'?
Significado de la frase:
In this context, it describes a personality trait of deep commitment to the profession.
Ordena las palabras para formar una oración lógica.
paquete / El / está / correctamente / entregado
This follows the standard Spanish Subject + Verb + Adverb + Adjective order.
Score: /3
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questionsSí, en un contexto policial o militar, un sospechoso que se pone a disposición de las autoridades se considera 'entregado'.
'Entregado' suele implicar una pasión o sacrificio más intenso y emocional que 'dedicado', que es más profesional o metódico.
'Ser entregado' describe una personalidad devota, mientras que 'estar entregado' describe un estado (un paquete recibido o una persona rendida).
Es fundamental en logística y atención al cliente para confirmar que un servicio o producto llegó a su destino.
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