Leido (en. Read)

/ˈle.iðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has been read.
The book I left on the table has already been read.
El libro que dejé en la mesa ya ha sido leído.
A person who has knowledge from reading.
He is a very well-read man; he talks about many topics.
Es un hombre muy leído, habla de muchos temas.

Etymology

From the verb leer, which comes from the Latin 'legĕre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be well-read
To have extensive knowledge on various topics through reading.
estar bien leído
once the book has been read
It refers to knowledge or experience acquired through reading books.
a libro leído
to read between the lines
To understand an implicit or not directly expressed meaning in a text.
leer entre líneas

Related Words

read
To perform the action of interpreting and understanding a written text.
leer
reading
The action of reading or the content that is read.
lectura
reader
A person who reads or has the ability to read.
lector

Slang Meanings

To be aware of the latest news or gossip.
That guy is well-read; he always knows the latest happenings in the city.
Ese tipo está bien leído, siempre sabe lo último que pasa en la ciudad.
To know a lot about a specific topic through reading.
She is very well-read in history; she always has interesting facts.
Ella es muy leída en historia, siempre tiene datos interesantes.