Mutuo
Example: El respeto mutuo fue clave para la paz entre naciones.
Definition
"Mutuo" is an adverb used to describe actions or feelings that are reciprocal or shared equally between two or more parties, such as in the phrase 'El respeto mutuo fue clave para la paz entre naciones,' meaning mutual respect was key for peace between nations.
Etymology
The word "mutuo" comes from the Latin 'mutuus,' meaning 'borrowed' or 'reciprocal.' It evolved in Spanish to describe things that are shared or exchanged mutually. Did you know? The Latin root also gave rise to the English word 'mutual,' highlighting the close relationship between the languages.
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"Mutuo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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