periódico
/peˈɾjodiko/
The Spanish word for "periodico" is periódico.
periódico is the most common word used specifically for a physical newspaper, though it can also mean a periodical in a general sense.
Which one should you use?
While periódico can refer to a periodical in a general sense, it is the most common term used when specifically talking about a physical newspaper.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form is periódicos, which is created by adding -s to the end. When used as an adjective, the word must agree in gender with the noun it modifies. It changes from periódico to periódica for feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/peˈɾjodiko/
Did you know?
- The Spanish language has a specific term, hememeroteca, which refers to a library specifically for storing periódicos and magazines.
- The word periódico comes from the Greek words for 'around' and 'path', literally describing a circuit or a journey that returns to the start.
- In the context of mathematics or science, a Spanish speaker might use periódico to describe a number that repeats indefinitely, such as a 'decimal periódico'.
Examples in context
- Leo el diario todas las mañanasI read the newspaper every morning
- ¿Viste el periódico hoy?Did you see the newspaper today?
- He comprado un periódico nuevo.I have bought a new newspaper.
- El periódico llega muy temprano.The newspaper arrives very early.
- ¿Dónde está el periódico de hoy?Where is today's newspaper?
Example conversation
María and Javier are in their living room in the morning.
- María¿Has visto mi periódico, Javier?Have you seen my newspaper, Javier?
- JavierNo, no lo he visto.No, I haven't seen it.
- MaríaCreo que lo dejé en la mesa.I think I left it on the table.
- JavierAh, sí, aquí está el periódico.Ah, yes, here is the newspaper.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry periódico, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries periódico, CC BY-SA 4.0.
