elaborado
/elaboˈɾado/
In Spanish, the English adjective 'elaborate' is expressed as elaborado.
Meaning: to give further detail or explanation (verb)
Which one should you use?
While elaborado is the adjective meaning 'elaborate' or 'complex', the verb meaning 'to elaborate' is elaborar. Additionally, the adverbial form meaning 'elaborately' is elaboradamente.
How does it change in a sentence?
The verb form of the adjective is elaborar.
How do you pronounce it?
/elaboˈɾado/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, a 'half-baked' or poorly thought-out idea is not poco elaborado, but often described as está verde, meaning 'it is green'.
- While elaborar means 'to elaborate' in English, in Spanish it is most commonly used to mean 'to create' or 'to produce' something, such as 'elaborar un informe' (to prepare a report).
- In many Spanish-speaking business contexts, instead of saying they will 'elaborate' on a point, professionals often use the phrase desarrollar, meaning 'to develop'.
Examples in context
- ¿El monstruo del Lago Ness es real, o es solo un engaño elaborado?Is the Loch Ness monster real or is it just an elaborate hoax?This sentence illustrates how to use elaborado to describe an elaborate hoax.Tatoeba #1332057 by hayastan, translation #529706 by darinmex
- Me gustaría una explicación más detallada sobre el proceso de producción de este producto, por favor.I would like a more detailed explanation about the production process of this product, please.
- La situación financiera de la empresa es compleja y necesita una explicación pormenorizada.The company's financial situation is complex and requires an elaborate explanation.
- Cuando me veas, te detallo cómo fue la fiesta de anoche.When you see me, I'll elaborate on how last night's party was.
- No te preocupes, puedo explicarte en detalle cómo funciona el nuevo sistema de reservas del hotel.Don't worry, I can elaborate on how the new hotel booking system works in detail.
- ¿Puedes explicarme en detalle cómo se hace ese plato tan delicioso?Can you elaborate on how to make that delicious dish?
- Me gustaría que me detallaras tu experiencia en aquel viaje.I would like you to elaborate on your experience during that trip.
- El profesor nos dio una explicación bastante completa de la teoría.The teacher provided us with a rather thorough explanation of the theory.
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Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are discussing a project at work.
- AlejandroTengo un plan elaborado para el proyecto.I have an elaborate plan for the project.
- SofíaParece interesante, ¿puedes explicarme más?It seems interesting, can you explain more to me?
- AlejandroClaro, Sofía, revisemos los detalles ahora.Sure, Sofía, let's review the details now.
- SofíaGracias, Alejandro, me gusta el enfoque.Thanks, Alejandro, I like the approach.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry elaborado, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
