Adjective
/a.ka.u̯ˈða.ðo/
The term "acaudalado" is used to describe a person or entity that possesses considerable wealth or affluence. It's derived from the Spanish word "caudal," which refers to a flow of water, symbolically relating to the flow or abundance of wealth. In terms of frequency, "acaudalado" is used moderately in both oral and written Spanish, though it appears more often in written context, especially in literary, economic, and academic discussions related to socioeconomic status.
El empresario era conocido por ser un hombre acaudalado que ayudaba a la comunidad.
The businessman was known for being a wealthy man who helped the community.
En la conferencia se discutieron las diferencias entre un país acaudalado y uno en desarrollo.
In the conference, the differences between a wealthy country and a developing one were discussed.
Las inversiones en tecnología han hecho a muchas personas acaudadadas.
Investments in technology have made many people wealthy.
Although "acaudalado" is not commonly used in established idiomatic expressions, its concept of wealth can be integrated into various phrases discussing affluence and economic power.
Aunque parece acaudalado, en realidad solo es un aparentador.
Even though he seems wealthy, he's actually just a show-off.
Con un padre acaudalado, nunca tuvo que preocuparse por el dinero.
With a wealthy father, he never had to worry about money.
El estilo de vida de los acauladados suele ser objeto de admiración y envidia.
The lifestyle of the wealthy is often a subject of admiration and envy.
El acceso a la educación de calidad a menudo es un privilegio de los acaudalados.
Access to quality education is often a privilege of the wealthy.
El ahorro y la inversión son claves para volver a ser acaudalado.
Saving and investing are key to becoming wealthy again.
The word "acaudalado" originates from the noun "caudal," which itself comes from Latin "caudalis," meaning "of the tail" or "flow," associated with the idea of something that flows abundantly. The prefix "a-" signifies "having" or "possessing," ultimately leading to the sense of possessing wealth.