This is the 2123rd most frequent Spanish word.
contado
"Contado" means "counted," "limited," or "cash" depending on context.
Here, 'contado' is used as the past participle of 'contar,' meaning 'narrated' or 'told', related to storytelling or reporting.
El libro fue contado de manera interesante.
The book was narrated in an interesting way.
In this context, 'contado' means 'counted' and is associated with an exact amount or precision regarding the money available.
Tenemos el dinero contado para el proyecto.
We have just enough money for the project.
'Contado' here refers to 'direct', emphasizing immediacy or straightforwardness in the form of contact or communication.