Spanish Conversation · Level 146
30 words
Spanish word
amazónico
Pronunciation
IPA/amaˈθoniko/
Meaning
- adjectiveAmazonian
Example
La selva amazónica es muy importante para el planeta.
The Amazonian rainforest is very important for the planet.
More examples
El clima amazónico influye en las cosechas de la región.
The Amazonian climate influences the region's crops.
Core concept
Expansive tropical rainforest and river basin centered on the Amazon River.
Common phrases
río amazónico
Amazonian river
clima amazónico
Amazonian climate
recursos amazónicos
Amazonian resources
Similar words
selvático: Typical of wild jungle habitats, featuring thick foliage and lush undergrowth.
tropical: Belonging to the tropics or a tropical climate, characterized by heat and high humidity.
boscoso: Wooded or forested land, dominated by trees and dense tree growth.
Definition in Spanish
Que pertenece o está relacionado con la región del Amazonas o con su cuenca, especialmente con su clima, flora o fauna.
Word origin
It comes from Amazonas (the Amazon River and region) plus the Spanish suffix -ico, which forms an adjective meaning related to or belonging to the Amazon.
Usage tips
- The adjective is not capitalized in Spanish and agrees with the noun in gender and number, for example clima amazónico, fauna amazónica, los ríos amazónicos.
Related words
- AmazoníaAmazonianoun
- amazonenseAmazonianadjective