Documentar



Example: Es fundamental documentar cada evento histórico con precisión rigurosa.

Definition


"Documentar" means to record or provide evidence of events, facts, or information systematically and accurately, especially in historical contexts. It involves gathering, organizing, and preserving materials to support the understanding or study of past occurrences.

Etymology


The word "documentar" comes from the Latin 'documentum,' meaning a lesson or proof. It evolved through Medieval Latin into Spanish, where it took on the meaning of providing proof or evidence. Did you know? The root 'docere' in Latin means 'to teach,' highlighting the original link between documentation and learning.

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"Documentar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 212 commonly used words.
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