Moral



Example: Es importante tener un sentido moral fuerte para ayudar a otros.

Definition


"Moral" refers to the principles or standards of right and wrong behavior, especially as they relate to individual or societal beliefs. It involves the sense of what is ethically good or bad, guiding decisions and actions in various contexts, such as helping others.

Etymology


The word "moral" comes from the Latin word 'moralis,' which means 'pertaining to manners or customs.' It was introduced into English through Old French, reflecting ideas about right conduct and ethical principles. Did you know that the word originally related more to manners before evolving to encompass broader ethical meanings?

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"Moral" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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