
entorno
en-TOR-no
📝 In Action
Es importante crecer en un entorno seguro.
A2It is important to grow up in a safe environment.
El entorno laboral es muy colaborativo en esta oficina.
B1The work environment is very collaborative in this office.
Debemos proteger nuestro entorno natural.
B1We must protect our natural surroundings.
💡 Grammar Points
Masculine Gender
This word is masculine. Even though it ends in 'o', remember to use 'el' or 'un' (e.g., el entorno, un entorno).
❌ Common Pitfalls
Entorno vs. Medio Ambiente
Mistake: "Using 'entorno' when talking specifically about ecology or 'nature' as a global concept."
Correction: Use 'medio ambiente' for the planet/nature in general, and 'entorno' for the specific area or social circle surrounding you.
⭐ Usage Tips
Professional Use
Use 'entorno' in business emails to sound more professional when talking about the workplace (entorno laboral).
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: entorno
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'entorno' to mean 'workplace setting'?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'entorno' only for nature?
No! While it can describe nature, it's more commonly used for social, digital, or professional settings. For the planet's nature, 'medio ambiente' is more specific.
Is 'entorno' formal?
It's a neutral-to-formal word. You can use it in a college essay or when chatting about your new neighborhood.