Tropical (en. Tropical)
/ˈtropi.kal/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
Refers to the characteristics of tropical regions.
The tropical climate is ideal for growing exotic fruits.
El clima tropical es ideal para cultivar frutas exóticas.
Something that is typical of tropical regions.
Tropical plants require a lot of water and sunlight.
Las plantas tropicales requieren mucha agua y luz solar.
Belongs to a type of warm season.
Tropical rains are frequent during the summer.
Las lluvias tropicales son frecuentes durante el verano.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'tropicalis', related to 'tropicus', which means 'of the tropics'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tropical climate
Atmospheric conditions typical of tropical regions.
clima tropical
tropical fruit
Fruits that grow in warm climates, such as mango and pineapple.
fruta tropical
tropical vegetation
Plants and trees found in the tropics.
vegetación tropical
Related Words
tropic
Imaginary line that delineates the areas of tropical climate.
trópico
torrential
That produces large amounts of water, related to heavy rains in warm climates.
torrencial
Slang Meanings
Reflects the relaxed and festive atmosphere of a tropical region.
That party had a very tropical atmosphere, full of music and dancing.
Esa fiesta tuvo un ambiente muy tropical, lleno de música y baile.
Refers to something that is very vibrant or colorful.
That painting has tropical colors that attract a lot of attention.
Esa pintura tiene colores tropicales que atraen mucho la atención.