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"Variado" is a form of "variado", an adjective which is often translated as "varied". "Diverso" is an adjective which is often translated as "diverse". Learn more about the difference between "variado" and "diverso" 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.
diverso(
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)An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
1. (disparate)
a. diverse
En el zoológico tienen una variedad muy diversa de animales.The zoo has a very diverse range of animals.
b. varied
En la pastelería encontramos tartas de diverso tipo.In the patisserie we found varied types of cakes.
c. various
En la carrera de Medicina estudié enfermedades de diversa naturaleza.While in medical school, I studied various types of illnesses.
a. several
Cuando se independizó, Jacinta tuvo que enfrentarte a diversas dificultades.When she became independent, Jacinta had to face several difficulties.
b. various
En la tienda tenían diversas estanterías y no sabía cuál quedaría mejor en mi casa.In the store they had various shelving units and I didn't know which one would work best for my house.
