Celebrado (en. Celebrated)

/θeleˈβɾaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has been celebrated or recognized at an event.
The author of the novel was celebrated at the awards ceremony.
El autor de la novela fue celebrado en la ceremonia de premios.
That enjoys great fame or popularity.
The festival is celebrated by thousands of people each year.
El festival es celebrado por miles de personas cada año.
That is highly recognized in their field.
He is a celebrated painter in the art world.
Es un pintor celebrado en el mundo del arte.

Etymology

From the verb 'celebrar', which comes from the Latin 'celebrare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

celebrated in life
Someone who has been recognized and acclaimed during their existence.
celebrado en vida
celebrating in a big way
To hold a celebration on a large scale or with much enthusiasm.
celebrar a lo grande
to be a celebrated person
To be a person who receives recognition or admiration.
ser un celebrado

Related Words

celebration
Action of celebrating; festive event.
celebración
to celebrate
To carry out a celebration or festivity.
celebrar
celebratory
Relating to a celebration.
celebratorio

Slang Meanings

It is said of someone who is popular or liked for their personality.
That guy is a celebrated person at the party; everyone wants to be near him.
Ese tipo es un celebrado en la fiesta, todos quieren estar cerca de él.
Used to refer to someone who feels proud or inflated by fame.
Since he won the contest, he acts like a celebrated person.
Desde que ganó el concurso, se comporta como un celebrado.