Regalada (en. Given away)
/reɡaˈlaða/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that has been given at no cost or to someone who receives something without expecting anything in return.
The prize was a gifted opportunity for the artist.
El premio fue una oportunidad regalada para el artista.
It can also refer to a complacent behavior or attitude.
She has a gifted attitude, always helping others.
Ella tiene una actitud regaladita, siempre ayuda a los demás.
In the context of a gift or present, it means that something was offered generously.
The party was an incredibly gifted experience for all the guests.
La fiesta fue una experiencia regaladísima para todos los invitados.
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'regalar', which means to give something as a gift.
Common Phrases and Expressions
gifted by life
Something received effortlessly, like a gift from life.
regalada por la vida
to be led by what is given
To accept without questioning what is easily received.
dejarse llevar por lo regalado
Related Words
gift
An object given without expecting anything in return.
regalo
donation
Delivery of something in an altruistic manner.
donación
Slang Meanings
Something received easily or without much effort.
That scholarship was an incredibly gifted opportunity, I didn't expect it.
Esa beca fue una oportunidad regaladísima, no me lo esperaba.
It can also refer to someone who is very generous.
That guy is generous, he always donates things to charity.
Ese chico es regalado, siempre dona cosas a la caridad.