This is the 2188th most frequent Spanish word.
etc
"Etc" stands for "etcétera" in Spanish, meaning "and so on" or "and other similar things."
In this sentence, 'etc.' is used to suggest additional items that are part of the same category (fruits) but are not explicitly listed. It is employed when the list is not exhaustive.
Compré frutas como manzanas, naranjas, peras, etc.
I bought fruits such as apples, oranges, pears, etc.
Here, 'etc.' denotes that the list of office supplies is not complete and implies other similar items. It serves to indicate that there are more unmentioned items belonging to this group.
Necesitamos materiales de oficina: papel, bolígrafos, carpetas, etc.
We need office supplies: paper, pens, folders, etc.
In this context, 'etc.' is used to represent additional tourist locations not explicitly mentioned, implying a broader spectrum of options within the mentioned category.