La ética
Example: La ética es fundamental para tomar decisiones justas en la vida.
Definition
"La ética" refers to the branch of philosophy that studies moral principles and values guiding human behavior. It involves analyzing concepts of right and wrong, justice, and virtue, helping individuals make fair and responsible decisions in various aspects of life.
Etymology
The term "la ética" originates from the Greek word 'ethikos,' meaning 'relating to character.' It passed into Latin as 'ethica,' before being adopted into Spanish. Did you know? The focus on ethics as a distinct philosophical discipline dates back to Aristotle, who explored it extensively in his works.
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"La ética" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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