Spanish word

báltico

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbaltiko/

Meaning

  • adjectiveBaltic

Example

La costa báltica es hermosa.

The Baltic coast is beautiful.

Illustration for báltico (Baltic)

More examples

¿Has visitado alguna vez la costa báltica?

Have you ever visited the Baltic coast?

Core concept

Map showing the Baltic Sea and the countries on its shores.

Common phrases

  • países bálticos

    Baltic countries

  • ciudades bálticas

    Baltic cities

Similar words

nórdico: Relating to the Nordic countries of northern Europe and their cultures.
escandinavo: Relating specifically to the Scandinavian countries (Norway, Sweden, Denmark).
costero: Located on or immediately next to a seacoast or shoreline.
marítimo: Relating to the sea, naval affairs, ports, or maritime trade.

Definition in Spanish

Que pertenece o está relacionado con el mar Báltico, sus costas y los países que lo rodean.

Word origin

The adjective traces to Medieval Latin balticus, formed from the Latin name Mare Balticum meaning 'Baltic Sea'.

Usage tips

  • When referring to the sea itself the name is capitalized as Mar Báltico, while the adjective báltico remains lowercase and matches the noun's gender and number.

Word lists with this word