Económico (en. Economic)
/e.ko.'no.mi.ko/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Refers to something that is related to the economy or resources.
The economic development of the region is important.
El desarrollo económico de la región es importante.
Resulting in savings or low investment.
This car is very economical in gasoline consumption.
Este coche es muy económico en consumo de gasolina.
Refers to products or services that are affordable.
We are looking for a more economical accommodation option.
Buscamos una opción de alojamiento más económica.
Etymology
From the Greek 'oikonomikos', meaning 'related to the management of the household'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
economic and sustainable
Refers to practices that are financially viable and environmentally friendly.
económico y sostenible
economic crisis
Period characterized by the decline of economic activity.
crisis económico
economic growth
Growth in the production and consumption of goods and services.
aumento económico
Related Words
economy
Science that studies the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.
economía
finance
Area that manages money and economic resources.
finanzas
savings
Part of income that is not spent and is saved for the future.
ahorro
Slang Meanings
Cheap or low cost in an informal context.
That place is very economical, we should eat there!
Ese lugar es muy económico, ¡deberíamos comer allí!
Used to describe something that is worth it for its cost.
That computer is economical and works very well.
Esa computadora es económica y funciona muy bien.