icono

ee-KOH-noh/iˈkono/

“icono” means “icon” in Spanish (computing or visual symbol).

icon

Also: symbol, representative

Latin AmericaSpain

Haz doble clic en el icono para abrir el programa.

Double-click the icon to open the program.

Ella es un icono de la moda en todo el mundo.

She is a fashion icon all over the world.

El museo tiene una colección de iconos religiosos antiguos.

The museum has a collection of ancient religious icons.

Words that translate to "icono" in Spanish:

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👥 Word Family▼

icónico(iconic) — Adjective

iconografía(iconography) — Noun

iconoclasta(iconoclast) — Noun / Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From the Greek 'eikōn' (meaning image or likeness), which traveled through Latin as 'icon' before reaching Spanish.

First recorded: 19th century (in its artistic sense); 20th century (for computing).

Cognates (Related words)

English: iconFrench: icôneItalian: icona

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Should I write 'icono' or 'ícono'?

Both are correct! If you are in Spain, use 'icono'. If you are in Mexico or elsewhere in Latin America, 'ícono' is much more common.

Can 'icono' be used for people?

Yes! Just like in English, it describes someone who is a famous representative of a specific style, era, or movement.

Is 'icono' a formal word?

It is neutral. It is used in technical manuals, academic art history, and everyday conversation about apps and celebrities.