Darwin
The phrase "darwin" in Spanish refers to the name of the naturalist who proposed the theory of evolution by natural selection. The default form is Darwin.
Which one should you use?
Another acceptable formal translation, especially in academic or scientific contexts, is Charles Darwin.
Did you know?
- When using the adjective darwiniano to describe a person or a situation, a Spanish speaker is often implying that the subject is being ruthlessly competitive or lacks any human empathy.
- While English uses 'Darwinism' for the science, Spanish writers sometimes use evolucionismo to suggest that evolution is a theory based on faith or belief.
- Spanish scientific literature often uses the term darwiniana as a feminine adjective to describe a 'revolution' (revolución darwiniana) in thought.
Examples in context
- Darwin desarrolló la teoría de la evolución.Darwin developed the evolutionary theory.This sentence shows how to use Darwin as the subject of a sentence regarding his scientific developments.Tatoeba #871902 by inmachan, translation #820566 by CK
- Asociamos a Darwin con la teoría de la evolución.We associate Darwin with the theory of evolution.This sentence illustrates the association between Darwin and the theory of evolution.Tatoeba #1411214 by hayastan, translation #23153 by Swift
- Una señora mayor le dijo a Tom que se veía como Charles Darwin.Some old lady told Tom that he looked like Charles Darwin.This sentence demonstrates a comparison of a person's appearance to Darwin.Tatoeba #1419402 by marcelostockle, translation #1096102 by CK
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Example conversation
Alejandro and Elena are talking about a science museum.
- Alejandro¿Leíste el libro sobre Darwin?Did you read the book about Darwin?
- ElenaSí, es fascinante.Yes, it is fascinating.
- AlejandroEn el museo hay un retrato de Darwin.There is a portrait of Darwin in the museum.
- ElenaMe gustaría verlo.I would like to see it.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
