Descobrir
Example: Vam descobrir una ciutat antiga durant l'excursió d'ahir.
Definition
"Descobrir" means to find or learn something previously unknown or hidden, especially by exploration or investigation. For example, "descobrir" a lost city during an excursion refers to uncovering or revealing new historical information or places.
Etymology
The word "descobrir" comes from the Latin 'discooperire,' meaning 'to uncover or reveal.' It combines 'dis-' (apart) and 'cooperire' (to cover). Did you know? The word literally suggests removing a cover to expose something hidden, which perfectly matches its meaning today.
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