molecular

mo-leh-koo-LAHRmolekuˈlaɾ

“molecular” means “molecular” in Spanish (relating to molecules or the structure of matter).

Also: atomic-level

📝 In Action

Estamos estudiando la estructura molecular de las proteínas.

We are studying the molecular structure of proteins.

La gastronomía molecular utiliza la ciencia para crear texturas nuevas.

Molecular gastronomy uses science to create new textures.

El biólogo explicó el proceso a nivel molecular.

The biologist explained the process at a molecular level.

Words that translate to "molecular" in Spanish:

Question 1 of 3

Which of these is the correct way to say 'Molecular Biology'?

👥 Word Family▼

molécula(molecule) — Noun

molecularmente(molecularly) — Adverb

intermolecular(intermolecular) — Adjective

🎵 Rhymes▼

📚 Etymology▼

From the word 'molécula' (which comes from Latin 'moles' meaning 'mass' or 'pile') combined with the suffix '-ar' which means 'related to'.

First recorded: 19th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: molecularFrench: moléculaire

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Does 'molecular' have a feminine version?

No. Words ending in -ar like 'molecular', 'popular', or 'escolar' have the same form for both masculine and feminine nouns.

How do I make it plural?

Since it ends in a consonant (r), you simply add -es. For example: 'las estructuras moleculares'.

Is it used in everyday conversation?

Not usually. It is a technical term used mostly in science, medicine, or when discussing high-end, modern food.