Documentar
Example: Vamos a documentar los hechos históricos con fotos y videos.
Definition
"Documentar" means to systematically record or provide evidence of events, facts, or information, often for historical or official purposes. It involves collecting and organizing data, photos, or videos to create a reliable account, as in documenting historical events with photos and videos.
Etymology
The verb "documentar" comes from the Latin word "documentum," meaning 'lesson' or 'example,' which evolved into the concept of providing proof or evidence. It entered Spanish as "documentar," carrying the meaning of supplying documented evidence. Did you know? The root "doc-" is related to teaching and showing, highlighting the act of making information clear and verifiable.
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"Documentar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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