Debido (en. Due to)

/deˈβido/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is adequate or necessary in relation to something.
It is due to make an additional effort on the project.
Es debido hacer un esfuerzo adicional en el proyecto.
That results from something that has happened.
Its success is due to its dedication and effort.
Su éxito es debido a su dedicación y esfuerzo.
That is expected or claimed.
The payment expected is due next week.
El pago que espera es debido para la próxima semana.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'debitum', which means 'what is owed'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

due to
By reason of; because of.
debido a
within what is due
In a context of normality or convenience.
dentro de lo debido
in due time
At the appropriate time.
en su debido momento

Related Words

duty
Obligation to do something.
deber
debt
Amount of money that is owed.
deuda
adjustment
Action of adjusting or adapting something.
adecuación

Slang Meanings

By right
I believe I have a right to that prize, it is due.
Creo que tengo derecho a ese premio, es debido.
In order
Everything is in its proper place.
Todo está en su debido lugar.