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    Callada (en. Quiet)

    [ka'ʎaða]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    One who does not speak or emit sound.
    The girl remained quiet during the movie.
    La niña se quedó callada durante la película.
    One who is cautious or discreet in their communication.
    She is a very quiet person, she prefers to listen rather than speak.
    Es una persona muy callada, prefiere escuchar antes que hablar.
    One who does not express their thoughts or emotions.
    Her quiet sadness was evident, even though she said nothing.
    Su callada tristeza era evidente, aunque no decía nada.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'callar' which comes from the Latin 'callare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    as quiet as a dead person
    Refers to someone who does not speak at all.
    callada como un muerto
    to be quiet
    Remains silent, without speaking.
    estar callada

    Related Words

    callar
    To stop speaking or making sound.
    callar
    silence
    Absence of noise or sound.
    silencio
    tranquility
    State of calm or stillness.
    tranquilidad

    Slang Meanings

    Feeling uncomfortable or nervous and therefore not speaking.
    I don't know why she is so quiet today, I notice something strange about her.
    No sé por qué está tan callada hoy, le noto raro.
    Not giving one's opinion in a discussion.
    She is quiet in the meeting, she does not dare to give her opinion.
    Está callada en la reunión, no se atreve a opinar.