Periódico (en. Newspaper)
/peɾjoˈðiko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Periodic publication that contains news, articles, and advertisements.
I read the newspaper every morning while having coffee.
Leo el periódico todas las mañanas mientras tomo café.
Magazine or scientific publication that is issued regularly.
The researcher published his article in an academic newspaper.
El investigador publicó su artículo en un periódico académico.
Etymology
From the Greek 'periodos', which means 'cycle' or 'course'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to read the newspaper
To consult the news and articles from a printed or digital publication.
leer el periódico
to subscribe to a newspaper
To register to receive a printed or digital publication regularly.
suscribirse a un periódico
digital newspaper
Online version of a printed newspaper.
periódico digital
Related Words
news
Recent information about an event or topic of interest.
noticia
article
Text that is part of a publication and deals with a specific topic.
artículo
editorial
Opinion article that reflects the publication's stance on a topic.
editorial
Slang Meanings
Press
The press is reporting on the political scandal.
La prensa está informando sobre el escándalo político.
Sensationalist newspaper
That newspaper always publishes exaggerated news.
Ese periódico siempre publica noticias exageradas.