educativo
“educativo” means “educational” in Spanish (related to teaching or learning).
educational, schooling
Also: instructive
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El sistema educativo de este país es muy moderno.
A1The education system in this country is very modern.
Mis hijos juegan con aplicaciones educativas en la tableta.
A2My children play with educational apps on the tablet.
El museo ofrece un programa educativo para jóvenes artistas.
B1The museum offers an educational program for young artists.
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From the Latin 'educativus', which comes from 'educare', meaning to lead out, bring up, or nourish.
First recorded: 15th Century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use 'educativo' to describe a person?
Not usually. If you want to say someone is well-mannered, use 'educado'. If you want to say someone is an expert in teaching, use 'educador' (noun) or 'pedagogo'.
Is 'educativo' formal?
It is a neutral-to-formal word. You can use it in casual conversation about a documentary, but it is also the standard word used in government documents and news reports.
What is the feminine form of 'educativo'?
The feminine form is 'educativa'. You use it with feminine nouns like 'la película educativa' or 'la comunidad educativa'.