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completo means complete — a common term in Essential Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 14, 2025

📘 Essential Spanish

completo

adjective • /[com-PLEH-toh]/

complete

Example:

El itinerario está completo y detallado.

The itinerary is complete and detailed.

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🧠 What does completo mean?

Completo is a Spanish adjective meaning 'complete,' 'full,' 'total,' or 'whole.' It describes something that has all its parts or elements, or that is entirely finished. It can refer to physical objects, tasks, sets of information, or even meals.

📚 Extra examples

  • El formulario está completo.
    The form is complete.
  • Tenemos un equipo completo de expertos.
    We have a complete team of experts.
  • La información está completa y actualizada.
    The information is complete and up-to-date.
  • Quiero un desayuno completo, por favor.
    I want a full breakfast, please.
  • El proyecto está casi completo.
    The project is almost complete.
  • Tengo un entendimiento completo de la situación.
    I have a complete understanding of the situation.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'complete' in Spanish?
The most common way to say 'complete' in Spanish is 'completo.'
How do you pronounce 'completo' in Spanish?
Completo is pronounced kom-PLEH-toh. The stress is on the second syllable.
How do you use 'completo' in a sentence?
Here are some examples: 'El coche está completo' (The car is complete/fully equipped), 'Mi tarea está completa' (My homework is complete), 'Necesito la información completa' (I need the complete information).
What is the English translation of 'completo'?
Completo translates to 'complete,' 'full,' 'total,' or 'whole' in English.
Does 'completo' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'completo' changes to agree with the noun it modifies. For a feminine noun, use 'completa' (e.g., 'la tarea está completa'). For plural nouns, use 'completos' (masculine) or 'completas' (feminine) (e.g., 'los formularios están completos,' 'las casas están completas').
Is 'completo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'completo' is a very common and useful word in everyday Spanish.
Does 'completo' have slang or double meanings?
While 'completo' doesn't have many slang uses, in some Latin American countries, pedir un 'completo' (ordering a 'completo') refers to a specific type of hot dog with various toppings.
Is 'completo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meaning of 'completo' is the same across Spanish-speaking regions. However, as mentioned, the use of 'completo' to refer to a type of hot dog is more common in Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "completo"

Synonyms: entero, total, absoluto, lleno
Opposites: incompleto, parcial

💡 Did You Know?

In Chile and other Latin American countries, 'completo' can refer to a type of loaded hot dog, often topped with ingredients like mayonnaise, avocado, and tomatoes!

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