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Spanish word
aclimatación
Pronunciation
IPA/aklimataˈθjon/
Meaning
- feminine nounacclimatization
Example
La aclimatación a la altura es importante.
Acclimatization to altitude is important.
More examples
La aclimatación al nuevo horario de trabajo suele tardar unas semanas.
Acclimatization to the new work schedule usually takes a few weeks.
Core concept
Adjustment of body and habits to cope with a new climate or higher altitude.
Common phrases
aclimatación al trabajo
acclimatization to work
aclimatación al horario
acclimatization to the schedule
periodo de aclimatación laboral
work acclimatization period
Similar words
adaptación: Altering behavior or characteristics to suit a new environment or set of conditions.
aclimatizamiento: Body's process of becoming accustomed and restoring normal function after exposure to change.
ajuste: Fine-tuning parts or procedures to improve fit, function, or ease of use.
acomodación: Setting up a room or equipment to increase comfort, accessibility, or convenience.
Definition in Spanish
Proceso por el cual una persona u organismo se adapta a un nuevo ambiente, como el clima o la altitud.
Word origin
The word comes from aclimatar combined with -ción, with aclimatar ultimately from Latin clima and Greek klima meaning 'region' or 'climate'.
Usage tips
- Conversations about acclimatization often mention timing and symptoms, so pairing 'aclimatación' with the environment helps make the meaning clear.
Other meanings
- acclimationnoun
Opposites
- maladaptaciónmaladaptationnoun
Related words
- aclimataracclimatizeverb
- aclimatadoacclimatizedadjective