La paz
Example: La paz terminó la guerra entre los dos países.
Definition
"La paz" refers to the state of tranquility and the absence of war or conflict between countries or groups. It signifies a condition where harmony prevails, often marking the end of hostilities, as in the phrase "La paz terminó la guerra entre los dos países."
Etymology
The word "la paz" comes from the Latin term 'pax,' meaning peace or agreement. It has been used in Spanish for centuries to denote peaceful conditions and the cessation of conflict. Did you know? The concept of 'pax' was central to Roman times, symbolizing official treaties and social order.
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"La paz" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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