Agrícolas (en. Agricultural)

/aɡɾiˈkolas/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Pertaining to or referring to agriculture.
The development of agricultural techniques has improved food production.
El desarrollo de técnicas agrícolas ha mejorado la producción de alimentos.
Refers to activities related to the cultivation of the land.
Agricultural practices must be sustainable to protect the environment.
Las prácticas agrícolas deben ser sostenibles para proteger el medio ambiente.
Involves the use of machinery and technology in agriculture.
Agricultural innovations have revolutionized the way of working in the field.
Las innovaciones agrícolas han revolucionado la forma de trabajar en el campo.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'agricola', which means 'cultivator of the land'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

agricultural sector
Part of the economy dedicated to food production.
sector agrícola
agricultural practices
Methods and techniques used in agriculture.
prácticas agrícolas
agricultural revolution
Significant change in agricultural practices that improves production.
revolución agrícola

Related Words

farmer
A person dedicated to cultivating the land.
agricultor
agriculture
Science and technique of land cultivation.
agricultura
agribusiness
Industry related to agricultural production.
agroindustria

Slang Meanings

Referring to products of agricultural origin.
These tomatoes are very agricultural; they grow in the field.
Estos tomates son muy agrícolas, crecen en el campo.
Used in the context of agricultural fashion.
His style is very agricultural; he always wears boots and work clothes.
Su estilo es muy agrícola, siempre usa botas y ropa de trabajo.