Cocido (en. Cooked)

/koˈsiðo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Culinary preparation that consists of boiling ingredients.
The Madrid stew is famous for its flavor.
El cocido madrileño es famoso por su sabor.
Condition of something that has been cooked.
The cooked rice is ready to serve.
El arroz cocido está listo para servir.

Etymology

From the participle of the verb to cook, which comes from the Latin 'coquere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be cooked
To be very tired or exhausted.
estar cocido
simmered
To do something calmly and with dedication.
cocido a fuego lento
cooked like a stew
To be very hot or heated, both emotionally and physically.
cocido como un puchero

Related Words

to cook
To make food heat in water or another liquid.
cocer
stew pot
Soup or stew of meat and vegetables.
puchero
broth
Liquid resulting from the cooking of food.
caldo

Slang Meanings

To be very tired or worn out.
After the party, I got home cooked.
Después de la fiesta, llegué a casa cocido.
To be under the effects of alcohol or drugs.
I can't believe I'm cooked at this hour.
No puedo creer que esté cocido a esta hora.