Levantados (en. Raised)

/levanˈtados/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has been elevated or raised.
Raised arms express joy.
Los brazos levantados expresan alegría.
That has been separated from the surface.
The tables were raised for the dance.
Las mesas estaban levantadas para el baile.
In a non-literal context, it can refer to a motivated or energetic person.
She was in high spirits after the good news.
Estaba levantada de ánimo después de la buena noticia.

Etymology

It comes from the verb 'levantar', which derives from the Latin 'levāre'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

gotten out of bed
That have already gotten out of bed.
levantados de la cama
raised hands
Gesture of request or celebration.
manos levantadas

Related Words

levantar
To make something be in a higher position.
levantar
elevation
Action of raising or getting up.
elevación
alzar
To lift something off a surface.
alzar

Slang Meanings

To be in a state of euphoria or joy.
After the party, everyone was high.
Después de la fiesta, todos estaban levantados.
To refer to someone who is very lively or energetic.
That player is on fire today, boy is he playing well!
Ese jugador está levantado hoy, ¡vaya que juega bien!