Vuelto (en. Turned)

/ˈbwɛl.to/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A part or use given to a coin or bill for trading.
I got the change from my purchase.
Me dieron el vuelto de mi compra.
The change of course or direction of something.
The boat turned around in the storm.
El barco hizo un vuelto en la tormenta.
verb
To return to a place.
He has returned from his trip.
Ya ha vuelto de su viaje.
To turn something around.
Turn the page to see more information.
Vuelve la página para ver más información.

Etymology

From the verb return, which comes from the Latin 'volvere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give change
To give back the change after a purchase.
dar vuelto
to give back again
To repeat a return or change.
volver a dar
wrapped
A situation where one is confused or tangled.
en vuelto

Related Words

return
To return to a place.
volver
turn
The act of turning or changing direction.
vuelta
stirring
The act of stirring again.
revolvimiento

Slang Meanings

To be crazy
Since I told him no, he has been crazy.
Desde que le dije que no, está vuelto loco.
To take a turn
When he asked me to help him, I felt like he was taking a turn on me.
Cuando me pidió que lo ayudara, sentí que me estaba dando un vuelto.