Spanish Conversation · Level 154
30 words
Spanish word
termal
Pronunciation
IPA/teɾˈmal/
Meaning
- adjectivethermal
Example
El efecto termal es evidente.
The thermal effect is evident.
More examples
Visitamos las aguas termales del valle.
We visited the valley's hot springs.
Core concept
A steaming natural hot spring with pools and bathing areas.
Common phrases
aguas termales
hot springs
baño termal
thermal bath
Similar words
térmico: Describing the heat-related properties or behavior of materials and devices.
caliente: Having a temperature that feels hot to the touch.
templado: Moderately warm; comfortably neither hot nor cold.
caluroso: Marked by strong warmth that often feels intense or oppressive.
Definition in Spanish
Relativo a la temperatura elevada o a las aguas termales; usado como calificativo de fuentes, baños y productos que aprovechan calor natural.
Word origin
From Latin thermalis (from Greek thermos 'heat'), the Spanish adjective means things related to natural heat such as hot springs and high temperature.
Usage tips
- Spanish termal commonly describes springs, spas, and products that use natural heat, while térmico usually refers to the thermal properties of materials or equipment.
Opposites
- fríocoldadjective
Related words
- termalismothermalismnoun
- termalidadthermalitynoun
- termalmentethermallyadverb