ofita (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of speech:

Noun

Phonetic Transcription:

/oˈfita/

Meanings and Usage:

• Meanings: In Spanish, "ofita" refers to a type of greenish mineral, specifically a type of serpentine rock.

• Usage patterns: The term "ofita" is less common in everyday conversation in Spanish and is more likely to be encountered in specialized contexts such as geology or mineralogy. It is used in both written and oral contexts, but more commonly in written form due to its technical nature.

Example Phrases:

1. La geóloga encontró una interesante veta de ofita en la montaña.
   Translation: The geologist found an interesting vein of serpentine rock in the mountain.

2. Este museo exhibe una amplia colección de minerales, incluida la ofita.
   Translation: This museum displays a vast collection of minerals, including serpentine rock.

Idiomatic Expressions:

• In Spanish, "ofita" is not typically used in idiomatic expressions or colloquial phrases due to its specific and technical nature within the field of geology.

Etymology:

The term "ofita" comes from the Spanish word "ofita," which is ultimately derived from the Greek word "ophiós," meaning "serpentine."

Synonyms and Antonyms:

Synonyms: 1. Rojo con sangre (Bloodstone) 2. Cornalina 3. Serpentina

Antonyms: 1. Nocturna (Nightstone) 2. Auriellita