Abrazado (en. Hugged)

/a.braˈθa.ðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to a person who is in an embrace.
She was embraced by her friend during the celebration.
Ella estaba abrazada a su amigo durante la celebración.
Who has received or is in the action of being embraced.
The boy felt embraced by his mother's affection.
El niño se sentía abrazado por el cariño de su madre.

Etymology

From the verb abrazar, which comes from the Latin 'abraçare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

embraced with joy
To feel extremely happy and energetic.
abrazado de alegría
to be embraced by someone
To maintain close physical and emotional contact with another person.
estar abrazado a alguien
to hug like a bear
To hug in a very strong and affectionate way.
abrazar como un oso

Related Words

to hug
Physical contact between people that involves wrapping someone with the arms.
abrazar
hug
The action of hugging; a gesture of affection.
abrazo
encounter
An occasion when two or more people see or come together.
encuentro

Slang Meanings

To be very close to someone, emotionally.
We are always embraced in difficult moments.
Siempre estamos abrazados en momentos difíciles.
To feel protected by someone.
With him, I always feel embraced and safe.
Con él, siempre me siento abrazada y segura.