Hinchado (en. Swollen)
/inˈtʃaðo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that has abnormally increased in size.
The ball is inflated because too much air has been added.
El balón está hinchado porque le han añadido demasiado aire.
Describes a state in which a part of the body has become inflamed.
The ankle is swollen after the injury.
El tobillo está hinchado después de la lesión.
Can be used in a figurative sense to describe someone conceited or proud.
He is swollen with pride over his new car.
Está hinchado de orgullo por su nuevo coche.
Etymology
From the verb 'hinchar', which comes from the Latin 'inflatĭo', meaning to increase in volume.
Common Phrases and Expressions
swollen with pride
State of feeling excessively proud of oneself.
hinchado de orgullo
swollen with emotions
To feel an explosion of intense emotions.
hinchado de emociones
Related Words
hinchar
Verb that means to increase something in size, mainly by the introduction of air or liquid.
hinchar
hinchazón
Noun that refers to the increase in volume in some part of the body or an object.
hinchazón
Slang Meanings
Used to describe someone who feels important or full of themselves.
Since he got the job, he is full of himself.
Desde que consiguió el puesto, está hinchado.
In some contexts, it can refer to being very excited or enthusiastic.
He was swollen with excitement after receiving the news of the trip.
Estaba hinchado después de recibir la noticia del viaje.