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    Arrugado (en. Wrinkled)

    /a.ruˈɣa.ðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Refers to a surface that has folds or grooves.
    The shirt is wrinkled after being in the suitcase.
    La camisa está arrugada después de estar en la maleta.
    Describes something that has lost its smoothness.
    The wrinkled paper cannot be used for printing.
    El papel arrugado no se puede usar para imprimir.
    In the context of skin, indicates signs of aging.
    Over the years, her skin became more wrinkled.
    Con los años, su piel se volvió más arrugada.
    Can also refer to a contracted facial expression.
    His forehead was wrinkled from concentration.
    Su frente estaba arrugada por la concentración.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to wrinkle', which comes from the Latin 'rugare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to wrinkle one's face
    To make a face of displeasure or surprise.
    arrugar el rostro
    to not back down
    To not give in to adversity.
    no arrugarse
    to have wrinkled clothes
    To have clothing in poor condition due to not being ironed.
    tener la ropa arrugada

    Related Words

    wrinkle
    Fold or groove on a surface.
    arruga
    to wrinkle
    To make something have wrinkles.
    arrugar
    rough
    That presents wrinkles or folds.
    rugoso

    Slang Meanings

    To be tired or fatigued.
    After the party, everyone was wrinkled.
    Después de la fiesta, todos estaban arrugados.
    To be stressed or worried.
    You can see it on his face; he's very wrinkled from work.
    Se le nota en la cara, está muy arrugado por el trabajo.