Spanish word

turístico

Pronunciation

IPA/tuˈɾistiko/

Meaning

  • adjectivetouristy

Example

Este pueblo es turístico.

This town is touristy.

Illustration for turístico (touristy)

More examples

Visitamos un destino turístico muy conocido el verano pasado.

We visited a very well-known tourist destination last summer.

Core concept

A neighborhood designed to attract and serve tourists.

Common phrases

  • destino turístico

    tourist destination

  • paquete turístico

    tour package

  • centro turístico

    tourist center

Similar words

atractivo: Draws interest through its appealing or attractive qualities.
famoso: Widely known and associated with fame or reputation.
pintoresco: Visually striking in a charming, often quaint way.

Definition in Spanish

Que caracteriza a lugares frecuentados por turistas, indicando que están pensados para la visita y el ocio.

Word origin

Built from turismo 'tourism' plus the productive suffix -ico (from Latin -icus), literally marking something as 'tourism-related'.

Usage tips

  • English 'touristy' often sounds negative, while Spanish turístico is frequently descriptive and relies on modifiers (poco, muy) or context to express approval or criticism.

Other meanings

  • tourism-relatedadjective

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