La causa
Example: La causa del problema es la lluvia intensa.
Definition
"La causa" refers to the reason or factor that brings about an effect or result, especially in a philosophical context. It explains why something happens, such as in the phrase 'La causa del problema es la lluvia intensa,' meaning the cause of the problem is the heavy rain.
Etymology
The term "la causa" comes from the Latin word 'causa,' meaning 'reason' or 'case.' It entered Spanish with the same meaning, reflecting the idea of something that produces an effect or justifies an action. Did you know? The concept of 'cause' has been central to philosophical discussions since ancient times.
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"La causa" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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