agrícola
“agrícola” means “agricultural” in Spanish (relating to farming or land cultivation).
agricultural, farming
Also: agrarian
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Mi abuelo compró maquinaria agrícola nueva para su granja.
A2My grandfather bought new farming machinery for his farm.
El sector agrícola es fundamental para la economía del país.
B1The agricultural sector is fundamental to the country's economy.
Estamos estudiando las técnicas agrícolas de las civilizaciones antiguas.
B2We are studying the agricultural techniques of ancient civilizations.
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Which of these is the correct way to say 'The agricultural sector'?
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From the Latin word 'agricola', meaning 'farmer'. This comes from 'ager' (field) and 'colere' (to cultivate).
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'agrícola' a noun or an adjective?
In modern Spanish, it is almost always an adjective used to describe things related to farming. In Latin, it meant 'farmer,' but in Spanish, we use 'agricultor' for the person.
What is the plural of agrícola?
The plural is 'agrícolas'. For example: 'los productos agrícolas'.
How do I know when to use 'agrícola' instead of 'rural'?
Use 'agrícola' for things specifically about the business, work, or science of farming (like machines or laws). Use 'rural' for things generally related to the countryside or living away from the city.