Listo
Example: Estoy listo para salir a la escuela ahora.
Definition
"Listo" is a Spanish adjective meaning ready or prepared, often used to express that someone is fully equipped or mentally set to do something, as in being ready to leave for school or complete a task.
Etymology
The Spanish word "listo" comes from the Latin word "lictus," meaning chosen or selected. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to mean clever, sharp, or ready. Did you know "listo" can also mean clever or smart in some contexts, adding to its versatility?
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"Listo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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