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    Listos (en. Ready)

    /ˈlistos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Indicates that someone is prepared or capable for something.
    The students are ready for the exam.
    Los estudiantes están listos para el examen.
    It is used to describe someone who is intelligent or clever.
    That boy is very clever at solving problems.
    Ese chico es muy listo para resolver problemas.
    It refers to something that is completed or finished.
    The dinner is ready to be served.
    La cena está lista para servirse.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'listus', which means 'prepared'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be ready
    To be prepared for something.
    estar listos
    to be clever
    To have cunning or intelligence.
    ser listo
    to be ready for whatever comes
    To be prepared for any situation.
    estar listos para lo que venga

    Related Words

    ready
    Adjective that describes someone intelligent or prepared.
    listo
    ribbon
    Long and narrow strip of material, used as a guide.
    listón

    Slang Meanings

    To be aware of what is happening.
    He is always ready for any gossip.
    Siempre está listo para cualquier chisme.
    To be very clever in taking advantage of situations.
    That guy is very clever; he always knows how to get ahead.
    Ese tipo es muy listo, siempre sabe cómo salir adelante.