El tronco
Example: El tronco del árbol tiene inscripciones antiguas.
Definition
"El tronco" refers to the main woody stem of a tree, which supports the branches and leaves. It is the central part of the tree that transports nutrients and water from the roots to the rest of the plant and can bear inscriptions or carvings, as in historical contexts.
Etymology
The term "el tronco" comes from the Latin word "truncus," meaning 'trunk' or 'stem.' This root reflects its original meaning related to the main body or stump of a tree. Did you know that "trunk" in English shares the same Latin origin, showing the deep connection between languages?
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"El tronco" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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