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"Variada" is a form of "variado", an adjective which is often translated as "varied". "Moderna" is a form of "moderno", an adjective which is often translated as "modern". Learn more about the difference between "variada" and "moderna" below.
variado(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (mixed)
a. varied
En el crucero tienen actividades variadas y divertidas para los niños.The cruise offers varied and fun activities for the children.
a. assorted
Pidamos un plato variado con carnes frías, quesos y frutas.Let's order an assorted platter with cold meats, cheeses, and fruit.
a. multicolored (United States)
Regionalism used in the United States
Te ves muy seria vestida solo de negro; ponte un vestido variado.You look too stern dressed in black; wear a multicolored dress.
b. multicoloured (United Kingdom)
Regionalism used in the United Kingdom
Estoy harta de llevar colores lisos; busco algo variado.I'm fed up of wearing plain colours; I'm looking for something multicoloured.
a. variegated
Esta planta tiene algunas hojas que son solo verdes y otras que son variadas.This plant has leaves that are only green, and other ones that are variegated.
moderno(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (current)
b. up-to-date
Esta computadora tiene el software más moderno.This computer has the most up-to-date software.
2. (colloquial) (fashionable)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
a. modern
La Revolución Industrial es un momento decisivo de la historia moderna.The Industrial Revolution is a defining moment of modern history.
