La hipótesis
Example: La hipótesis sobre el origen de la civilización sigue abierta a debate.
Definition
"La hipótesis" refers to a proposed explanation or assumption made based on limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation, especially in historical studies where it helps to explore the origins or causes of events.
Etymology
The word "la hipótesis" comes from the Greek word 'hypothesis,' meaning 'foundation' or 'base.' It entered Spanish through Latin, maintaining its meaning of an assumption or proposition made to explain something, often used in scientific and historical contexts.
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"La hipótesis" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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