Aplicado (en. Applied)

/apliˈkaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish

adjective

It refers to a person who is diligent and makes an effort in their work.

He is a very diligent student who always submits his assignments on time.

Es un estudiante muy aplicado que siempre entrega sus tareas a tiempo.

It can also indicate that something is applied in a practical way.

This method is widely applied in teaching.

Este método es muy aplicado en la enseñanza.

Used in contexts where attention and concentration are required.

You must be diligent if you want to understand the subject.

Debes ser aplicado si quieres entender la materia.

The term comes from Latin 'applicatus', which means 'dedicated, committed'.

to be diligent

To stand out for effort and dedication in study or work.

ser aplicado

to have an applied approach

To have a practical and dedicated attitude towards a task.

tener un enfoque aplicado

applied study

Study with a practical focus rather than a theoretical one.

estudio aplicado

application

The act of applying something, like knowledge or skills.

aplicación

to apply oneself

To dedicate effort and attention to a particular task.

aplicarse

In the school context, it refers to a 'nerd' or 'bookworm'.

He is always with books, he is a total diligent student.

Siempre está con libros, es un aplicado total.

Used mockingly to refer to someone who studies a lot and enjoys it.

Look at Pedro, always so diligent, he never leaves the library.

Mira a Pedro, siempre tan aplicado, nunca sale de la biblioteca.