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océano means ocean — a common term in Beautiful Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 14, 2025

✨ Beautiful Spanish

océano

noun • /[oh-SEH-ah-no]/

ocean

Example:

El océano cantaba canciones de libertad eterna.

The ocean sang songs of eternal freedom.

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🧠 What does océano mean?

Océano refers to the vast body of saltwater that covers most of the Earth's surface. Think of the immense, seemingly endless expanse of water that separates continents. It evokes a sense of grandeur, power, and mystery. While 'mar' is often used for 'sea', 'océano' specifically refers to the largest, principal divisions of this saltwater expanse like the Atlantic or Pacific.

📚 Extra examples

  • El océano Atlántico es inmenso.
    The Atlantic Ocean is immense.
  • Me encanta el sonido de las olas del océano.
    I love the sound of the ocean waves.
  • Hay mucha vida marina en el océano.
    There's a lot of marine life in the ocean.
  • Cruzaron el océano en barco.
    They crossed the ocean by boat.
  • El plástico en el océano es un problema grave.
    Plastic in the ocean is a serious problem.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'ocean' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'ocean' is 'océano'.
How do you pronounce 'océano' in Spanish?
It's pronounced oh-SAY-ah-no. The stress is on the second syllable (SAY).
How do you use 'océano' in a sentence?
Here are a few examples: 'El océano Pacífico es el más grande.' (The Pacific Ocean is the largest.) or 'Vivimos cerca del océano.' (We live near the ocean.).
What is the English translation of 'océano'?
'Océano' translates to 'ocean' in English.
Does 'océano' change for gender or number?
No. 'Océano' is a masculine noun, but it doesn't change its form whether you're talking about one ocean or multiple oceans. For example, one ocean is 'el océano' and several oceans are 'los océanos'. The article changes, but 'océano' itself stays the same.
Is 'océano' common in everyday Spanish?
While not an everyday word like 'hola' or 'gracias', 'océano' is definitely common and understood throughout the Spanish-speaking world. You'll encounter it in conversations about travel, geography, nature, and the environment.
Does 'océano' have slang or double meanings?
No, 'océano' doesn't really have any slang or double meanings. Its meaning is pretty straightforward.
Is 'océano' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, 'océano' is used the same way and has the same meaning across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "océano"

Synonyms: mar (although this means 'sea' and is more general)

💡 Did You Know?

The five oceans of the world – Arctic, Atlantic, Indian, Pacific, and Southern – are actually connected and form one global ocean.

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