Condecorado (en. Decorated)

/kondekoˈɾaðo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Definition: A person who has been awarded a decoration.

Example Sentence: The decorated soldier was honored at the ceremony.

El soldado condecorado fue homenajeado en la ceremonia.

Definition: In the military context, an individual who has demonstrated bravery and has been recognized for it.

Example Sentence: The decorated individual received the medal for bravery for his heroism.

El condecorado recibió la medalla al valor por su heroísmo.

Etymology/Origin: From the verb 'decorate', which comes from the Latin 'decore' meaning 'to honor.'

Phrase: decorated man

Meaning: Man who has received an official recognition for his merits.

hombre condecorado

Phrase: decorated soldier

Meaning: Soldier who has been awarded for his valor in combat.

soldado condecorado

Phrase: medal of honor awarded

Meaning: Medal awarded to individuals for heroic acts.

medalla de honor condecorada

Related Word: to decorate

Description: To award a decoration to someone.

condecorar

Related Word: decoration

Description: Formal recognition of a person for their service or merit.

decoración

Related Word: medal

Description: An object awarded as a prize or recognition.

medalla

Slang Meaning: This term is used in some regions to refer to someone who has achieved a great accomplishment.

Example: You are the decorated one at the party for being the best dancer.

Eres un condecorado en la fiesta por ser el mejor bailarín.

Slang Meaning: Sometimes used ironically to talk about someone who brags about their achievements.

Example: Don't be a decorated one; you don't have to tell everything you did.

No seas condecorado, no tienes que contar todo lo que hiciste.