Anticipado (en. Early)

/an̪tisiˈpaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which occurs earlier than expected.
The project delivery was anticipated due to urgency.
La entrega del proyecto fue anticipada debido a la urgencia.
That which is done prior to a specific time.
Rent must be paid in advance.
Se debe pagar el alquiler de manera anticipada.
That which shows or reveals something before its time.
His anticipated talent allowed him to stand out from a young age.
Su talento anticipado le permitió destacar desde joven.

Etymology

From the verb "anticipar," which comes from the Latin 'anticipare.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

prepaid
Payment made before the established deadline.
pago anticipado
advance notice
Notification given in advance.
aviso anticipado

Related Words

to anticipate
To do something ahead of its time.
anticipar
anticipation
The action of anticipating or foreseeing something.
anticipación

Slang Meanings

To have something ready before time.
It's always good to arrive early to appointments.
Siempre es bueno llegar anticipado a las citas.
To foresee a situation or outcome.
She is very anticipative; she always knows what is going to happen.
Ella es muy anticipada; siempre sabe lo que va a pasar.