geologico
geological
adjective jeh-oh-LOH-jee-koh Rare
Origin: From Greek gê (earth) + lógos (study).
Usage Note
Geologico describes anything relating to geology or Earth's physical structure. It agrees in gender: geologica (f), geologici (m pl), geologiche (f pl). Commonly used in scientific, environmental, and tourism contexts (parco geologico = geological park). The g before e is soft: jeh-oh-LOH-jee-koh. Do not confuse with geografico (geographic).
Examples
"La zona ha una storia geologica affascinante."
Natural Translation
The area has a fascinating geological history.
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