Dejada (en. Left)
/deˈxaða/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The action of leaving something neglected or in a state of abandonment.
The neglect of the house is evident in the lack of maintenance.
La dejada de la casa se nota en la falta de mantenimiento.
The attitude of someone who has given up caring about something.
His neglect before the exam cost him poor grades.
Su dejada ante el examen le costó malas notas.
Etymology
It derives from the verb 'dejar,' which means to allow something to remain in a place or state.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be in a state of neglect
To be in a situation of abandonment or disinterest.
estar en dejada
to leave something neglected
To not pay attention to something that should be taken care of.
dejar algo en dejada
Related Words
dejar
To allow something to remain in a place or situation.
dejar
abandonar
To give up continuing with something, leaving it behind.
abandonar
Slang Meanings
Dejada as a synonym for disinterest in youth culture.
I don't care, I'm neglecting my studies.
No me importa, estoy en dejada con los estudios.
Used to describe someone who no longer cares about their appearance.
Since he broke up with his girlfriend, he has been neglecting himself.
Desde que rompió con su novia, anda en dejada.