Usage Note
Austriaco (also austríaco with a written accent in some style guides — both are accepted by the RAE) refers to Austria. When used as a noun, un austriaco / una austriaca means an Austrian person. It should not be confused with australiano (Australian) — a mix-up learners sometimes make. The related noun is Austria.
Examples
"El compositor austriaco nació en Salzburgo."
Natural Translation
The Austrian composer was born in Salzburg.

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