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sistemático

sees-teh-MAH-tee-kohsisteˈmatiko

“sistemático” means “systematic” in Spanish (done according to a fixed plan or system).

systematic

Also: methodical, regular
General
A row of identical glass jars on a wooden shelf, each containing a different colored spice, arranged perfectly by height and color.

📝 In Action

Él es un trabajador muy sistemático y nunca olvida un detalle.

B1

He is a very methodical worker and never forgets a detail.

Necesitamos un enfoque más sistemático para resolver este problema.

B2

We need a more systematic approach to solve this problem.

El científico realizó un análisis sistemático de los datos.

C1

The scientist conducted a systematic analysis of the data.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • metódico (methodical)
  • ordenado (orderly)

Antonyms

  • caótico (chaotic)
  • desorganizado (disorganized)

Common Collocations

  • enfoque sistemático – systematic approach
  • error sistemático – systematic error
  • de manera sistemática – systematically / in a systematic way

✏️ Quick Practice

Quick Quiz: sistemático

Question 1 of 3

How would you describe a 'búsqueda' (search, feminine) that is very organized?

📚 More Resources

👥 Word Family▼
sistema(system) — Noun
sistematizar(to systematize) — Verb
sistemáticamente(systematically) — Adverb
sistematización(systematization) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
prácticosimpáticoestático
📚 Etymology▼

From the Greek word 'systematikós', which means 'organized' or 'put together', passing through Latin 'systematicus'.

First recorded: 17th century

Cognates (Related words)

English: systematicFrench: systématiquePortuguese: sistemático

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use 'sistemático' to describe a person?

Yes! If you say someone is 'sistemático', you mean they are very methodical, organized, and consistent in their habits.

Is 'sistemático' a formal word?

It is slightly more formal than just saying 'ordenado' (orderly), but it is very common in work and school environments.

What is the difference between 'sistemático' and 'metódico'?

They are almost identical. 'Metódico' emphasizes following a specific method, while 'sistemático' emphasizes being part of a larger, organized system or plan.