olimpica

Olimpica is the feminine form of the adjective olímpico in Spanish, meaning "Olympic." It is used to describe feminine nouns connected to the Olympic Games or to Olympic sport, as in "medallas olímpicas" or "participación olímpica." The masculine form olímpico is used with masculine nouns, such as "atletas olímpicos" and "deportes olímpicos." The term can also appear in proper nouns and branding, often to evoke prestige or the Olympic spirit.

In Colombia, Olímpica refers to a major supermarket chain. The chain originated in the mid-20th century in Medellín and operates a nationwide network of supermarkets and hypermarkets. The Olímpica brand is widely recognized in Colombia and forms part of the country's retail sector. The company has undergone corporate changes and competes with other large supermarket chains, offering groceries, fresh produce, and household goods.

The word or brand Olímpica can appear in other contexts within Spanish-speaking countries, usually as a reference to the Olympics or as a stylistic choice for branding. In general Spanish usage, olímpica is widely understood as the feminine form of the adjective, while the masculine form olímpico is used for masculine nouns or to refer to the Olympics in a generic sense.