Entregado

The Spanish word 'entregado' is a past participle adjective, meaning 'delivered', 'surrendered', 'submitted', or 'dedicated'. It describes a state of having given something to someone or something, whether physically, figuratively, or emotionally. It implies a transfer of possession, control, or commitment. It can also describe something being sent, provided, or placed at the disposal of another, or a person being devoted, committed, or consumed by a particular activity or cause. The context is crucial in determining the precise nuance of 'entregado'.

Entregado meaning with examples

• El paquete fue entregado al vecino. (The package was delivered to the neighbor.) The use of entregado in this sentence clearly signifies the physical transfer of the package to the neighbor. It illustrates the literal delivery or handover of an item and signifies the completion of this action. There is no ambiguity here.
• Después de horas de interrogatorio, el sospechoso fue entregado a las autoridades. (After hours of interrogation, the suspect was surrendered to the authorities.) This usage illustrates surrendering someone and handing them over to a specified party, a very different usage from delivering something material but still transferring them to someone’s custody.
• El artista estaba totalmente entregado a su obra. (The artist was completely dedicated to his work.) entregado here signifies the artist's commitment and devotion to his art. This is not a physical act, but more of an emotional commitment.
• El informe fue entregado al jefe antes del plazo. (The report was submitted to the boss before the deadline.) In this example, 'entregado' describes the submission of a document or work item. This shows a figurative transfer of something, in this case, a work product or a document.