Spanish word

sociológico

Pronunciation

IPA/soθjoˈloxiko/

Meaning

  • adjectivesociological

Example

Este es un estudio sociológico.

This is a sociological study.

Illustration for sociológico (sociological)

More examples

Su comentario adoptó un enfoque sociológico sobre la vida urbana.

His comment adopted a sociological approach to urban life.

Core concept

Analytical view of society's patterns and institutions.

Common phrases

  • enfoque sociológico

    sociological approach

Similar words

social: Describes communities, interpersonal ties, and everyday social interaction.
político: Concerns government structures, public policy, and the exercise of power.
cultural: Concerns shared beliefs, customs, arts, and cultural practices.
psicológico: Concerns individual minds, emotions, and internal behavior.

Definition in Spanish

Perteneciente o vinculado a la sociología; relativo al análisis científico de estructuras y fenómenos sociales.

Word origin

The word derives from Spanish sociología (from Latin socius 'companion' plus Greek -logía 'study') with the adjectival suffix -ico marking relation to the scientific analysis of society.

Usage tips

  • Commonly used in research and reports rather than everyday chat, and speakers often prefer simpler expressions like sobre la sociedad in informal contexts.

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