Azorado (en. Bewildered)

/aθoˈɾaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Surprise or astonishment in the face of an unexpected situation.
He was so astounded that he didn't know what to say.
Estaba tan azorado que no sabía qué decir.
State of confusion or bewilderment.
Her response left me astounded.
Su respuesta me dejó azorado.
Feeling of embarrassment or unease due to a situation.
She felt astounded at being the center of attention.
Se sintió azorado al ser el centro de atención.

Etymology

From Latin 'azzuratus', meaning 'dazzled' or 'surprised'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be astounded
To feel surprised or confused by a situation.
estar azorado
to leave someone astounded
To cause astonishment or confusion to someone.
dejar a alguien azorado
as astounded as a cat in water
To be very surprised or in an awkward situation.
azorado como un gato en agua

Related Words

astonishment
Feeling of surprise at something unexpected.
asombro
surprise
Impression caused by something that is not expected.
sorpresa

Slang Meanings

To be in shock over something unexpected.
I couldn't believe what had happened, I was completely astounded.
No podía creer lo que había pasado, estaba completamente azorado.
To feel out of place or uncomfortable.
I arrived at the party and realized that everyone was astounded by my arrival.
Llegué a la fiesta y me di cuenta de que todos estaban azorados por mi llegada.