riqueza

wealth

noun ree-KEH-sah Less Common

Origin: From rico (rich), from Gothic reiks (powerful), of Germanic origin.

Also means

richness

Usage Note

Riqueza is the abstract noun for 'wealth' or 'richness' in both financial (la riqueza del país, the country's wealth) and qualitative senses (la riqueza cultural, cultural richness). The plural riquezas tends to mean riches or treasures in a more tangible sense (las riquezas naturales, natural resources). Do not confuse with lujo (luxury), which emphasizes opulence rather than value.

Examples

"La riqueza natural del país es enorme."

Natural Translation

The country's natural wealth is enormous.

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