Spanish word

agrónomo

Pronunciation

IPA/aˈɣɾonomo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounagronomist

Example

Mi hermano es agrónomo.

My brother is an agronomist.

Illustration for agrónomo (agronomist)

More examples

En el mercado hablé con un agrónomo sobre cultivo orgánico.

At the market I talked with an agronomist about organic farming.

Core concept

Expert who tests soils and designs crop-production methods.

Common phrases

  • ser agrónomo

    be an agronomist

  • hablar con un agrónomo

    talk with an agronomist

Similar words

agricultor: Farmer who manages crops on a farm, often for income or household sustenance.
campesino: Smallholder farmer cultivating a small plot primarily for family or local markets.
técnico agrícola: Agricultural technician who implements techniques and supports farmers in the field.
ingeniero agrónomo: Agricultural engineer who applies engineering principles to farm systems and soil work.

Definition in Spanish

Especialista en ciencias y técnicas agrícolas que investiga suelos, cultivos y sistemas de cultivo.

Word origin

Formed from Greek roots agros 'field' and nomos 'management' and modeled on French agronome to name a modern agricultural specialist.

Usage tips

  • In formal contexts like job ads or CVs, agrónomo usually signals professional training and technical responsibility rather than simple farm labor.

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