Calculado (en. Calculated)

/kal.kuˈla.ðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that has been measured or evaluated accurately.
His investment was calculated to maximize profits.
Su inversión fue calculada para maximizar las ganancias.
That which is acted upon with intention and deliberation.
His comment was a calculated attack to hurt.
Su comentario fue un ataque calculado para herir.
That which is done considering all necessary factors.
They made a calculated decision after analyzing all variables.
Tomaron una decisión calculada después de analizar todas las variables.

Etymology

From the verb 'calcular,' which comes from the Latin 'calculare.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

cold calculation
Objective and emotionless evaluation.
cálculo frío
to keep a calculation
To make a plan or strategy beforehand.
llevar un cálculo

Related Words

calculate
To perform mathematical operations or make estimates.
calcular
calculation
Process of determining a quantity or a value.
cálculo
calculator
Device for performing mathematical calculations.
calculadora

Slang Meanings

Deliberate, intentional act.
That was very calculated; you knew what you were doing.
Eso fue muy calculado, sabías lo que hacías.
Planned in advance.
His response was calculated not to seem aggressive.
Su respuesta fue calculada para no parecer agresivo.