tecnológico
“tecnológico” means “technological” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
technological
Also: high-tech, tech
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Vivimos en un mundo muy tecnológico.
A2We live in a very technological world.
El avance tecnológico ha cambiado nuestras vidas.
B1Technological progress has changed our lives.
La empresa busca un perfil más tecnológico para este puesto.
B2The company is looking for a more tech-oriented profile for this position.
technical college, institute of technology
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Mi primo estudia ingeniería en el tecnológico.
B1My cousin studies engineering at the technical college.
El tecnológico de la ciudad es muy famoso por sus laboratorios.
B2The city's institute of technology is very famous for its labs.
Mañana hay una feria de empleo en el tecnológico.
B1Tomorrow there is a job fair at the technical institute.
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Quick Quiz: tecnológico
Question 1 of 3
Which of the following is the correct feminine form of the adjective?
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From the Greek words 'tekhne' (meaning art, craft, or skill) and 'logos' (meaning study or word).
First recorded: 19th century (in its modern sense)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'tecnológico' always used for computers?
Not exclusively. It refers to any application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, including machinery, medicine, or communications.
Why does it have an accent mark?
Spanish rules require an accent on words stressed on the third-to-last syllable (known as 'esdrújulas'). This ensures you say 'tek-no-LO-hee-ko' instead of 'tek-no-lo-hee-KO'.
Can I use 'tecnológico' to describe a person?
It sounds a bit strange to call a person 'tecnológico'. Usually, we use it for systems, advancements, or schools. To describe a 'techy' person, you might say 'amante de la tecnología'.