La ética
Example: La ética nos ayuda a decidir qué es correcto o incorrecto.
Definition
"La ética" refers to the branch of philosophy that studies moral principles guiding human behavior, helping distinguish right from wrong. It involves evaluating actions, intentions, and values to determine what is morally acceptable or unacceptable in various contexts.
Etymology
The term "la ética" comes from the Greek word 'ethikos,' meaning 'pertaining to character.' It was adopted into Latin as 'ethica' and later into Spanish. Did you know? The word originally related to customs and habits, emphasizing how personal character shapes moral decisions.
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"La ética" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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