rutinario
“rutinario” means “routine” in Spanish (daily tasks or procedures).
routineAlso: ordinary, monotonous
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Hago el mismo trabajo rutinario todos los días.
A2I do the same routine work every day.
Fue solo un examen médico rutinario.
B1It was just a routine medical checkup.
La vida en el campo puede ser muy rutinaria.
B2Life in the countryside can be very routine.
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Which of these phrases correctly describes a 'routine task'?
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📚 Etymology
From the Spanish word 'rutina' (routine), which was borrowed from the French 'route' (path or road). It literally implies following a well-traveled path or track.
First recorded: 18th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'rutinario' be used to describe a person?
Yes. If you call someone 'un hombre rutinario,' it means he is a man of habit who likes following the same routine every day.
What is the difference between 'rutina' and 'rutinario'?
'Rutina' is a noun (the thing), like 'I have a routine.' 'Rutinario' is an adjective (the description), like 'This is a routine day.'
Does 'rutinario' always have a negative meaning like 'boring'?
Not necessarily. While it can imply boredom, in medical or official contexts, it simply means 'standard' or 'regular' without any negative feeling.