temático
“temático” means “thematic” in Spanish (related to a specific topic or theme).
thematic, theme
Also: topic-based
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Fuimos a un parque temático de atracciones el fin de semana.
A2We went to an amusement theme park over the weekend.
Queremos organizar una fiesta temática de los años ochenta.
B1We want to organize an eighties-themed party.
El museo tiene una sección temática sobre la vida marina.
B2The museum has a thematic section about marine life.
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Derived from the Greek word 'thema' (something laid down or a subject), passing through Latin as 'thema' with the added suffix '-tico' which turns it into a word used for describing things.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'temático' always used for amusement parks?
No. While 'parque temático' is very common, you can use it for anything organized by topic, like a 'diccionario temático' (a dictionary grouped by subjects instead of alphabetically).
What is the difference between 'tema' and 'temático'?
'Tema' is a noun (the thing itself, like 'The theme of the book is love'), while 'temático' is an adjective used to describe something else (like 'a themed restaurant').
Can 'temático' be used to describe a person?
Not usually. It is almost exclusively used for objects, events, or concepts that follow a specific subject matter.