astrónomo

astronomer

noun ahs-TROH-noh-moh Rare

Origin: From Greek astronomos, from astron (star) + nomos (law, arrangement).

Usage Note

Astrónomo is the professional who studies celestial bodies, as distinct from astrólogo (astrologer) — a false-friend trap for learners confusing the two. The feminine form is astrónoma. Note the written accent on the second syllable, which shifts the stress to the antepenultimate.

Examples

"El astrónomo observó una nueva estrella."

Natural Translation

The astronomer observed a new star.

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