subterráneo

underground; subterranean

adjective noun soob-teh-RRAH-neh-oh Less Common

Origin: From Latin subterraneus, from sub (under) + terra (earth).

Usage Note

Subterráneo functions as adjective (paso subterráneo — underpass) and as a masculine noun meaning a tunnel or underground passage. In several Latin American countries (Argentina, Chile) subterráneo or subte is the informal word for the metro/subway, where Spain uses metro. Note the written accent on á.

Examples

"El paso subterráneo une los dos barrios."

Natural Translation

The underpass connects the two neighbourhoods.

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