medio ambiente
/medjo ambjente/from spelling rules
The English phrase environment is translated into Spanish as medio ambiente. It is also spelled medioambiente. Wiktionary also lists ecosistema.
Meaning: natural world or ecosystem (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| medio ambiente | /medjo ambjente/ (from spelling rules) | |
| medioambiente | /medjoambjente/ (from spelling rules) | alternative form |
| ecosistema | /ekosisˈtema/ |
The term refers to the natural world or ecosystem. You may also encounter the formal expression entorno natural, which specifically emphasizes the natural aspect of the environment.
Which one should you use?
The single-word spelling medioambiente is a valid alternative to the two-word medio ambiente. While medio ambiente is the general term for the natural world, ecosistema is a more technical and scientific term used to describe a specific biological community.
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun phrase medio ambiente is masculine and requires the definite article el.
Did you know?
- The Spanish word medio was borrowed directly from Latin rather than evolving naturally. This happened because the original evolution would have sounded too much like the Spanish verb mear meaning 'to piss'.
- While medio ambiente refers to nature, ambiente on its own is often used to describe the 'vibe' or social atmosphere of a room.
Examples in context
- Esto perjudica al medio ambiente.This is bad for the environment.This sentence is useful for describing something that is bad for the medio ambiente.Tatoeba #1641738 by Shishir, translation #1641532 by Spamster
- Debemos intentar proteger el medio ambiente.We must try to protect the environment.This sentence is useful for discussing the need to protect the medio ambiente.Tatoeba #977731 by Shishir, translation #248541 by CK
- Nuestras vidas están determinadas por nuestro medio ambiente.Our lives are determined by our environment.This sentence is useful for explaining how lives are determined by the medio ambiente.Tatoeba #1075445 by hayastan, translation #23372 by CK
- El medio ambiente es una preocupación global que debe abordarse de manera urgente.The environment is a global concern that needs to be addressed urgently.
- La protección del entorno natural es fundamental para garantizar un futuro sostenible.Protecting the natural environment is fundamental to ensure a sustainable future.
- Los ecosistemas marinos son altamente afectados por la contaminación plástica.Marine ecosystems are highly affected by plastic pollution.
- Tenemos que ser conscientes de cómo nuestras acciones afectan al mundo que nos rodea.We have to be aware of how our actions affect the world around us.
- Es esencial cuidar el ambiente para garantizar un futuro saludable.Taking care of the environment is essential to ensure a healthy future.
- La construcción de un parque mejorará el entorno urbano de la ciudad.The construction of a park will improve the urban environment of the city.
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Example conversation
Daniel and Lucía are discussing their school project.
- DanielLucía, ¿qué opinas sobre el medio ambiente?Lucía, what is your opinion on the environment?
- LucíaCreo que el medio ambiente está en peligro.I think the environment is in danger.
- DanielTienes razón, Daniel está de acuerdo contigo.You are right, Daniel agrees with you.
- LucíaEntonces, busquemos formas de salvar el medio ambiente.Then, let's look for ways to save the environment.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “environment” translations and entries medio ambiente, medioambiente, ecosistema, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries ambiente, ecosistema, medio, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
