Jugado (en. Played)

/xuˈɣaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The state of having participated in a game or recreational activity.
The child has played all afternoon.
El niño ha jugado toda la tarde.
Refers to a strategy or tactic employed in a game.
The team's play was impressive.
El jugado del equipo fue impresionante.
The condition of something that has been manipulated or used.
The toy is very worn out and needs to be replaced.
El juguete está muy jugado y necesita ser reemplazado.

Etymology

From the verb jugar, derived from the Latin 'jucare', which means to play or have fun.

Common Phrases and Expressions

played fair
Fair and honest play.
jugado limpio
to be in a tight spot
To be in a complicated or risky situation.
estar jugado
to go all in
To risk everything in a situation.
jugarse el todo por el todo

Related Words

to play
To engage in a recreational or sports activity.
jugar
game
A recreational activity done for fun.
juego
player
A person who participates in a game or sport.
jugador

Slang Meanings

To be in a complicated or risky situation.
I am in over my head in this business.
Estoy jugado en este negocio.
Confused or disoriented.
Today I feel overwhelmed with everything that has happened.
Hoy estoy muy jugado con todo lo que ha pasado.