How to Say "atmospheric" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “atmospheric” is “atmosférico” — B1 level.
Examples
La presión atmosférica está bajando rápidamente.
The atmospheric pressure is dropping quickly.
Habrá varios fenómenos atmosféricos este fin de semana, como lluvia y viento.
There will be several weather events this weekend, such as rain and wind.
La contaminación atmosférica es un problema grave en las grandes ciudades.
Air pollution is a serious problem in big cities.
Gender Matching
This word must match the gender of the thing it describes. Use 'atmosférico' for masculine words like 'el fenómeno' and 'atmosférica' for feminine words like 'la presión'.
Word Placement
In Spanish, describing words usually come after the thing they describe. You say 'presión atmosférica,' not 'atmosférica presión'.
Forgetting the Accent
Mistake: “atmosferico”
Correction: atmosférico. The written accent on the 'é' is required because the stress is on the third-to-last syllable.
Other Meanings of “atmosférico”
“atmosférico” can also mean:
- evoking a particular mood or environment(C1)
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