Spanish word

astronomía

Pronunciation

IPA/astɾonoˈmia/

Meaning

  • feminine nounastronomy

Example

Me interesa la astronomía.

I am interested in astronomy.

Illustration for astronomía (astronomy)

More examples

Mi hermano es aficionado a la astronomía.

My brother is an astronomy enthusiast.

Core concept

An astronomer studying a star chart while a comet crosses the background.

Common phrases

  • tener interés por la astronomía

    be interested in astronomy

  • aficionado a la astronomía

    astronomy enthusiast

  • leer sobre la astronomía

    read about astronomy

Similar words

astrología: Interprets star and planet positions to explain personality and predict future events.
astrónomo: Scientist who observes and researches stars, planets, and other celestial objects.
estrella: Massive luminous body that produces its own light and appears as a point in the night sky.
planeta: Relatively large body that orbits a star and does not produce its own light.

Definition in Spanish

Estudio del universo y de los objetos celestes, incluyendo la formación, evolución y características físicas.

Word origin

Borrowed through Latin astronomia from Greek astron 'star' + nomos 'law', reflecting the study of celestial bodies and their regularities.

Usage tips

  • In everyday conversation speakers often mention estrellas, planetas, or el cielo instead of saying astronomía when talking about stargazing.

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