Recogidos (en. Collected)

/rekɔˈxiðos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That which has been gathered or collected.
The collected items were donated to charity.
Los objetos recogidos fueron donados a la caridad.
Refers to a hairstyle where the hair is gathered.
She wore an updo for the party.
Ella llevó un peinado recogido para la fiesta.
That is in a state of tranquility or seclusion.
His collected thoughts reflect his personal maturity.
Los pensamientos recogidos de él reflejan su madurez personal.

Etymology

From the verb 'recoger', which comes from the Latin 'recapere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

collected from the world
Refers to those that have been selected or highlighted from a broader group.
recogidos del mundo
collected thoughts
Ideas or reflections that have been organized or contemplated.
pensamientos recogidos
tied hair
Hair that has been tied or secured in an elevated position.
cabello recogido

Related Words

gather
To pick something up that is on the ground or in a specific place.
recoger
harvest
To gather or collect things, especially in agricultural contexts.
recolectar
reunite
To group or gather people or things together.
reunir

Slang Meanings

To be in a controlled or calm situation.
After the meeting, everyone was calm and relaxed.
Después de la reunión, todos estaban recogidos y relajados.
Refers to a state of introspection.
Today I am introspective, I just want to think.
Hoy estoy recogido, solo quiero pensar.