arqueológico

ar-keh-oh-LOH-hee-kohaɾkeoˈloxiko

“arqueológico” means “archaeological” in Spanish (related to the study of ancient human history and remains).

archaeological

Also: archaeologic

Fuimos a ver un sitio arqueológico muy antiguo.

We went to see a very old archaeological site.

El museo tiene una gran colección de objetos arqueológicos.

The museum has a large collection of archaeological objects.

Los científicos realizaron un estudio arqueológico en la selva.

The scientists conducted an archaeological study in the jungle.

Words that translate to "arqueológico" in Spanish:

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How do you say 'archaeological zone' in Spanish?

👥 Word Family▼

arqueología(archaeology) — Noun

arqueólogo(archaeologist) — Noun

arqueológica(archaeological (feminine)) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

lógicobiológicopsicológico

📚 Etymology▼

From Greek 'arkhaios' meaning 'ancient' and 'logos' meaning 'study' or 'reasoning'. It literally means the study of old things.

First recorded: 18th century

Cognates (Related words)

French: archéologiqueItalian: archeologicoEnglish: archaeological

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Why does it have an accent mark?

In Spanish, if the stress is on the third-to-last syllable, it always needs an accent mark. For 'ar-que-o-LÓ-gi-co', the 'LÓ' is that syllable.

Can I use 'arqueológico' to describe an old person?

No, that would sound very strange or like a joke! Use 'anciano' or 'mayor' for people. 'Arqueológico' is for ruins, sites, and scientific studies.

Is the 'u' in 'arqueológico' silent?

Yes! Just like in 'queso' or 'quieren', the 'u' after a 'q' is silent in Spanish.