Regalado (en. Given)

/reɡaˈlaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
It refers to something that has been given as a gift.
I received a book given by my friend.
Recibí un libro regalado por mi amigo.
It is also used in the context of something that is very easy to obtain.
That exam was easy, everyone got good grades.
Ese examen fue regalado, todos obtuvieron buenas notas.
It can be used to refer to something that was given at no cost.
They gave me a gift given for participating in the contest.
Me dieron un regalo regalado por participar en el concurso.

Etymology

It comes from the verb 'regalar', which means to give a gift.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be easy
Being in a very favorable or easy situation.
estar regalado
to give a gift
To give something selflessly to another person.
hacer un regalo
to be generous
To refer to someone who is very generous with gifts.
ser regalado

Related Words

gift
An object given to someone as a sign of friendship or affection.
regalo
generous person
A person who frequently gives gifts or is very generous.
regalón
privilege
A right or privilege that one has over something.
regalía

Slang Meanings

Something that is very easy to obtain.
That job is easy; anyone can do it!
Ese trabajo está regalado, ¡cualquiera puede hacerlo!
It refers to someone who gives gifts for no reason.
My grandfather is very generous; he always brings us things.
Mi abuelo es un regalado, siempre nos trae cosas.