Avisado (en. Warned)
/a.biˈsa.ðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Someone who is informed or alert about something.
After the talk, everyone was informed about the new rules.
Después de la charla, todos estaban avisados sobre las nuevas reglas.
Someone who has received a warning or advice.
It’s better that you are informed about any eventuality.
Es mejor que estés avisado ante cualquier eventualidad.
Diligent or cautious in their actions.
A good driver must be alert and attentive to the road.
Un buen conductor debe ser avisado y estar atento a la carretera.
Etymology
From the verb avisar, from Latin 'avisare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be informed
To be aware of something or have knowledge about a topic.
ser avisado
to be informed
Expression used to indicate that someone has already been informed.
avisado está
Related Words
to inform
To inform someone about something.
avisar
notice
Notification or recommendation given to someone.
aviso
Slang Meanings
A person who is always attentive to what is happening.
That guy is very informed; he always knows what's going on.
Ese chico es muy avisado, siempre sabe lo que pasa.
Someone who often gives useful advice.
My grandmother is very informed; she always has good advice.
Mi abuela es muy avisada, siempre tiene un buen consejo.