museo
“museo” means “museum” in Spanish (a building where collections of scientific, artistic, or historical interest are kept and displayed).
museum
Also: gallery
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El museo del Prado es muy famoso en Madrid.
A1The Prado museum is very famous in Madrid.
¿Sabes si el museo de historia natural abre los domingos?
A2Do you know if the natural history museum opens on Sundays?
Pasamos la tarde recorriendo las exhibiciones del nuevo museo de ciencias.
B1We spent the afternoon touring the exhibits at the new science museum.
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Quick Quiz: museo
Question 1 of 2
Which article must you use when referring to 'museo'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes from the Greek term 'mouseion,' which originally meant 'seat of the Muses'—the goddesses of the arts, literature, and science. It passed through Latin before entering Spanish, maintaining its connection to places dedicated to learning and culture.
First recorded: 17th century (in its modern sense)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Cómo se dice 'museum' en español?
The Spanish word for 'museum' is 'el museo'. Remember the stress is on the 'e' sound: mu-SE-o.
Is 'museo' masculine or feminine?
'Museo' is masculine. This is why we say 'el museo' (the museum) and 'un museo' (a museum).