Considerar
Example: Debemos considerar todas las ideas antes de decidir.
Definition
"Considerar" means to think carefully about something, especially before making a decision or forming an opinion. It involves evaluating all relevant aspects or ideas thoughtfully, as in the example phrase: 'We must consider all ideas before deciding.'
Etymology
The word "considerar" comes from the Latin 'considerare,' which means 'to look at closely' or 'to observe.' It originally implied careful observation, and over time evolved to mean thoughtful reflection or deliberation. Did you know? The root 'sidus' in Latin means 'star,' so "considerar" originally suggested looking at the stars closely, metaphorically meaning to contemplate carefully.
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"Considerar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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