La incertidumbre
Example: La incertidumbre sobre el futuro nos hace pensar mucho.
Definition
"La incertidumbre" refers to the state of being unsure or having doubt about something, especially regarding future events or outcomes. It describes a lack of certainty that causes hesitation or anxiety, as in the phrase 'La incertidumbre sobre el futuro nos hace pensar mucho.'
Etymology
The word "la incertidumbre" comes from the Latin 'incertitudo,' combining 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'certus' meaning 'certain.' It literally means 'not certain.' Did you know that the concept of uncertainty has been a central topic in philosophy, reflecting human limits in knowledge and prediction?
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"La incertidumbre" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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