Concreto
Example: El filósofo explicó un ejemplo concreto para entender la idea.
Definition
"Concreto" in philosophy refers to something specific, tangible, or actual, as opposed to abstract or general concepts. It denotes an example or instance that is clearly defined and directly perceptible or understandable, often used to illustrate or clarify an idea.
Etymology
The word "concreto" comes from the Latin word 'concretus,' which means 'grown together' or 'solid, compact.' It originally described things physically joined or solidified. Did you know? In philosophy, "concreto" evolved to mean something definite and specific, reflecting the idea of something 'solid' or 'real' rather than abstract.
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"Concreto" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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