Prendado (en. Captivated)
/pɾenˈðaðo/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
A state of being fascinated or attracted to someone.
I was captivated by her smile from the very first moment.
Estaba prendado de su sonrisa desde el primer momento.
It reflects a strong interest or deep admiration.
He felt captivated by the beauty of nature.
Se sentía prendado por la belleza de la naturaleza.
Used to describe someone who is madly in love.
He was so captivated that he couldn't stop thinking about her.
Estaba tan prendado que no podía dejar de pensar en ella.
Etymology
From the verb 'prendar', which means to captivate or to fall in love.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be captivated
To be madly in love with someone.
estar prendado
captivated by a dream
To be very fascinated by an idea or a desire.
prendado por un sueño
captivated by life
To be very grateful or satisfied with life.
prendados de la vida
Related Words
to ignite
To light or initiate something.
prender
garment
An item of clothing or associated accessory.
prenda
Slang Meanings
To be madly in love.
That guy is captivated by you; he can't stop looking at you.
Ese chico está prendado de ti, no deja de mirarte.
To be very interested in something.
He is captivated by the new series that is airing on TV.
Está prendado de la nueva serie que están dando en la tele.