Fecundo (en. Fertile)

/feˈkundige/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that is fertile or can reproduce abundantly.
The valley is fertile, ideal for agriculture.
El valle es fecundo, ideal para la agricultura.
Describes a person who has the ability to generate many ideas or creative thoughts.
Her fertile mind always brings new perspectives to the project.
Su mente fecunda siempre trae nuevas perspectivas al proyecto.
Said of a place or situation that favors the development or growth of something.
This fertile environment helps children learn better.
Este entorno fecundo ayuda a que los niños aprendan mejor.

Etymology

It comes from the Latin 'fecundus', which means fertile or abundant.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fertile mind
Reference to a mind that produces many ideas.
mente fecunda
fertile land
Soil that is very productive and fertile.
tierra fecunda
fruitful period
A stage in which many fruits or results are produced.
período fecundo

Related Words

fecundity
Ability to produce a lot, especially in reference to land or procreation.
fecundidad
fertilize
To provide land or a plant with the necessary nutrients for its growth.
fertilizar
abundance
Large quantity of something, especially with reference to resources.
abundancia

Slang Meanings

Very positive description of a place or situation.
That neighborhood is very fertile for artists.
Ese barrio es muy fecundo para los artistas.
Used in contexts of overflowing creativity.
His lifestyle is so fertile that he always has something new to offer.
Su estilo de vida es tan fecundo que siempre tiene algo nuevo que ofrecer.