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Complete, whole, or entire; having all necessary parts or elements.
El informe está completo.
The report is complete.
Necesito un equipo completo para el proyecto.
I need a complete team for the project.
Often used to describe something that is finished or has all its parts.
In Spain, a 'completo' is a type of hot dog with toppings like avocado, tomatoes, and mayonnaise.
Voy a pedir un completo en el puesto de la esquina.
I'm going to order a completo from the corner stand.
This usage is specific to Spanish-speaking regions, particularly Chile and Spain.
Be mindful of the context when using 'completo'. In formal writing, it refers to completeness, while in informal speech in Spain, it refers to a type of hot dog.
Do not confuse 'completo' (complete) with 'complejo' (complex) or 'completo' (hot dog).
From Latin 'completus', past participle of 'complēre' (to fill up).
In formal contexts, 'completo' emphasizes the absence of missing parts. In informal contexts, especially in Spain, it refers to a specific type of hot dog.