La ruina
Example: La ruina del castillo es un lugar muy antiguo.
Definition
"La ruina" refers to the remains of a building or structure that has fallen into decay over time, often due to neglect, natural disasters, or historical events. It signifies what is left after destruction, such as in the phrase 'The ruin of the castle is a very old place.'
Etymology
The term "la ruina" originates from the Latin word 'ruina,' meaning 'a falling down' or 'collapse.' Over time, it came to describe the physical remains of destroyed buildings. Did you know? The word 'ruin' in English shares the same Latin root, highlighting the long history of this concept.
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"La ruina" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A1) - set 1", containing 208 commonly used words.
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