basado
/basado/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'based' can be translated into Spanish as basado.
In internet slang, basado is used to mean 'based', specifically to describe something or someone as admirable or praiseworthy. This slang usage is primarily found in online social media contexts to express agreement with a controversial or bold opinion.
Meaning: (Internet slang) admirable, praiseworthy (adj)
Which one should you use?
In standard Spanish, basado typically means 'based on' or 'grounded in' something. However, in internet slang, it is used as a way to call an opinion or person 'based'.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, en base a is an alternative to the phrase basado/a en.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
When using the slang term to describe a person or an idea, the adjective must agree in gender with the subject, changing to basada for feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/basado/
When do people say it?
The slang use of basado is a way to indicate emphatic approval of a statement or opinion, often in response to a bold or controversial stance.
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking online communities, basado is used ironically to mock people who try too hard to sound courageous or controversial.
- In formal Spanish, the phrase en base a is frequently criticized by the Royal Spanish Academy, which prefers con base en or a partir de.
- In some Spanish-speaking digital circles, users might use the term basadísimo to add an extra layer of hyperbolic praise, following the Spanish pattern of adding the suffix -ísimo for emphasis.
Examples in context
- El alfabeto del esperanto está basado en el alfabeto del latín.The Esperanto alphabet is based on the Latin alphabet.This sentence shows the use of basado to describe an alphabet.Tatoeba #2343410 by marcelostockle, translation #7796000 by sharris123
- La mayoría de los computadores de hoy en día están basados en la arquitectura von Neumann.Most computers these days are based on the von Neumann architecture.This sentence shows the use of basado to describe computers.Tatoeba #2229520 by marcelostockle, translation #378621 by ErdemTan
- La decisión está fundamentada en evidencia sólidaThe decision is based on solid evidence
- El nuevo proyecto está basado en principios democráticosThe new project is based on democratic principles
- La política fiscal está apoyada en investigaciones económicasThe fiscal policy is based on economic research
- Esta película está basada en hechos realesThis movie is based on real events
- Según mi experiencia, está basado en rumoresAccording to my experience, it's based on rumors
- En base a lo que me dijiste, creo que estás equivocado/aBased on what you told me, I think you're mistaken
- El proyecto está fundado en principios sólidosThe project is based on solid principles
- La investigación está basada en estudios científicos rigurososThe research is based on rigorous scientific studies
- Según el informe, el programa está apoyado en principios educativos innovadoresAccording to the report, the program is based on innovative educational principles
- En base a tus palabras, puedo concluir que estás a favor del cambioBased on your words, I can conclude that you are in favor of change
- 2 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Two friends are discussing a controversial opinion on social media.
- MateoMira lo que escribió este chico.Look at what this guy wrote.
- MaríaEs muy basado, dijo la verdad.He's based, he told the truth.
- MateoTienes razón, es muy valiente.You're right, he's very brave.
- MaríaSí, Mateo, es totalmente basado.Yes, Mateo, he is totally based.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “based” translations and entries basado, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
