Orgánico (en. Organic)

/oɾˈɣaniko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
That belongs to or is related to organs.
Organic tissue is fundamental for the body's function.
El tejido orgánico es fundamental para la función del cuerpo.
Refers to products obtained from organic agriculture.
I prefer to buy organic foods for their better quality.
Prefiero comprar alimentos orgánicos por su mejor calidad.
adjective
That is related to life or organisms.
The study of organic chemistry is essential in biology.
El estudio de la química orgánica es esencial en biología.

Etymology

From the Greek 'organikos', meaning 'pertaining to an organ'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

organic food
It refers to the diet composed of organic products.
alimentación orgánica
organic farming
A cultivation method that avoids the use of chemicals.
agricultura orgánica
organic production
A manufacturing process that follows ecological principles.
producción orgánica

Related Words

organism
A living being that constitutes a biological unit.
organismo
organize
To arrange the elements in a systematic way.
organizar

Slang Meanings

A healthy and natural lifestyle.
She lives a very organic lifestyle, avoiding processed foods.
Ella lleva un estilo de vida muy orgánico, evita procesados.
Something that is authentic and natural.
This place has a very organic atmosphere, everything is fresh.
Este lugar tiene un ambiente muy orgánico, todo es fresco.