La realidad
Example: La realidad a veces es diferente de lo que imaginamos.
Definition
"La realidad" refers to the state of things as they actually exist, rather than as they may appear or might be imagined. It encompasses all that is factual and tangible, often contrasted with illusion or perception, especially in philosophical discussions.
Etymology
The term "la realidad" comes from the Spanish word 'realidad,' which traces back to the Latin 'realis,' meaning 'actual' or 'real.' Did you know that 'realidad' entered Spanish through medieval philosophical texts that explored what is truly 'real' versus 'apparent'?
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"La realidad" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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