Puntiagudo

Puntiagudo is a Spanish adjective meaning sharp-pointed or pointed at the tip. It combines punta, meaning point, with agudo, meaning sharp. The term is used in geometry, botany, and everyday language to describe shapes with a narrow, acute apex or a conspicuously pointed form.

In southern Chile, Volcán Puntiagudo is a notable geographic feature named after the same term. It is a cone-shaped stratovolcano located in the Andes and is associated with the Puyehue-Cordón Caulle volcanic system. Its sharply inclined sides and steep summit give it a distinctive, knife-like silhouette that stands out in the landscape and is visible from nearby towns and routes.

Geology and activity: Volcán Puntiagudo is part of an active volcanic region. The Puyehue-Cordón Caulle complex has produced eruptions in recent history, and the Volcán Puntiagudo is monitored by geological authorities as part of ongoing volcanic activity in the area. The volcano’s structure—tall, conical, and sharply pointed—reflects its volcanic origin and the tectonic dynamics of the southern Andes.

Usage and related terms: Puntiagudo is used to describe anything with a sharp point, such as leaves, spikes, or architectural elements with a pointed apex. In Portuguese, the equivalent term is pontiagudo. See also Puyehue-Cordón Caulle and Volcán Puntiagudo for related geographic and volcanic context.