adjective

tumbado

lie

The word "tumbado" in Spanish means "lying down" or "fallen." It is the past participle of the verb "tumbar," which means "to knock down" or "to lay down."

  • Usage: It can describe a person who is lying on the ground or an object that has fallen over.
  • Example: You might say "Estaba tumbado en el sofá," which translates to "He was lying on the couch."

Overall, "tumbado" conveys a position of rest or being down.

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Examples

Estoy tumbado en la cama leyendo un libro.adjective

I am lying on the bed reading a book.

El gato está tumbado en el sofá.adjective

The cat is lying on the sofa.

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