Apagada (en. Turned off)

/apaˈɣaða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that has been turned off or deactivated.
The light is off because the electricity is out.
La luz está apagada porque se ha ido la electricidad.
In a figurative sense, it can refer to a person without energy or enthusiasm.
Since he lost his job, he feels down.
Desde que perdió su trabajo, se siente apagada.
It can describe a color that is not bright.
The wall paint is in a muted tone.
La pintura de la pared es de un tono apagado.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'to turn off', which comes from the Latin 'apagare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be off
To feel down or lacking energy.
estar apagada
off light
A light source that is not turned on.
luz apagada
off device
A device that is not operational.
aparato apagado

Related Words

turn off
To make something stop being on or active.
apagar
dressing
Function or purpose sought through an action.
apósito

Slang Meanings

To be in a state of discouragement.
She has been down since she broke up with her partner.
Ella está apagada desde que rompió con su pareja.
To not be fun or dynamic.
The party was a bit dull.
La fiesta fue un poco apagada.