química
/ˈkimika/
química is the Spanish word for chemistry.
The word química refers to chemistry, the scientific study of matter and its properties. In formal scientific or academic discussions, you may encounter specific terms such as Química pura for pure chemistry, Química experimental to emphasize the experimental nature of the field or Ciencia química for chemical science.
How does it change in a sentence?
When referring to a person who studies chemistry, the word changes based on gender: use the masculine form químico for a man or the feminine form química for a woman.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈkimika/
Did you know?
- Although it is a cornerstone of modern science, the word química entered the Spanish language via the Arabic term al-kīmiyāʔ.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, the phrase no hay química is a common, polite way to explain why a first date did not lead to a second one.
- In Spanish, la química can refer to the specific 'chemistry' or mood of a sports team or a musical group, regardless of whether they are in love.
Examples in context
- La química orgánica estudia los compuestos del carbono.Organic chemistry studies carbon compounds.
- La investigación se enfoca en la química pura y aplicada.The research focuses on pure and applied chemistry.
- En el laboratorio de química experimental, se realizan numerosos ensayos.In the experimental chemistry laboratory, numerous experiments are conducted.
- La ciencia química es fundamental para entender el mundo que nos rodea.Chemical science is fundamental for understanding the world around us.
- Me apasiona la química orgánica. Encuentro fascinantes los compuestos del carbono.I am passionate about organic chemistry, I find carbon compounds fascinating.
- En el curso de química experimental estamos haciendo muchos experimentos increíbles.In the experimental chemistry course, we're conducting many amazing experiments.
- La química es mi asignatura favorita.Chemistry is my favorite subject.
- Tengo un examen de química mañana.I have a chemistry exam tomorrow.
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are talking about their school schedule.
- DanielElena, ¿cuál es tu materia favorita?Elena, what is your favorite subject?
- ElenaMi materia favorita es la química.My favorite subject is chemistry.
- DanielA mí me parece muy difícil.I find it very difficult.
- ElenaSi quieres, yo te ayudo con la química.If you want, I can help you with chemistry.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry química, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries química, CC BY-SA 4.0.
