nounnounnounadjective

el consentido

spoil

Persona, sobre todo un niño, que recibe demasiados caprichos o atenciones, y por eso se vuelve exigente o malcriado.

The Spanish word "consentido" is an adjective derived from the verb "consentir," which means "to allow" or "to indulge." Here’s a detailed explanation:

Meaning:

  1. Indulged / Spoiled
    "Consentido" is often used to describe a person, especially a child, who is pampered, spoiled, or overly indulged by others (such as parents). This person may receive excessive attention, gifts, or leniency, sometimes leading to negative behavioral traits like being demanding or stubborn.

    • Example: "Es un niño consentido por sus abuelos."
      (He is a spoiled child because of his grandparents.)
  2. Allowed / Permitted
    The word can also mean that something has been allowed or permitted, often describing an action that has been given consent or approval.

    • Example: "Está consentido que uses el coche hoy."
      (It’s allowed for you to use the car today.)

Parts of the word:

  • "Consentir" (verb) means "to consent," "to allow," or "to indulge."
  • The suffix "-ido" transforms the verb into an adjective or past participle, indicating that something has been permitted or that the person is characterized by being indulged.

Synonyms:

  • For spoiled/indulged: mimado, malcriado, engreído
  • For allowed/permitted: permitido, autorizado, aprobado

Antonyms:

  • For spoiled/indulged: disciplinado, modesto, obediente
  • For allowed/permitted: prohibido, denegado, no autorizado

Summary:

  • Consensus or permission-given is the general root meaning in "consentido."
  • Most commonly used to refer to a spoiled or pampered person.
  • Can also mean allowed or permitted in formal contexts.

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Examples

El niño es muy consentido por sus padres.adjective

The child is very spoiled by his parents.

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