A causa
Example: A causa da chuva, a festa foi adiada para amanhã.
Definition
"A causa" refers to the reason or explanation behind an event or situation, often indicating what brings about a particular effect or outcome. In philosophy, it is used to describe the underlying factor or principle that produces a specific result.
Etymology
The phrase "a causa" comes from Latin 'causa,' meaning reason or cause. It entered Portuguese with the same sense of something that produces an effect. Did you know? The word 'cause' in many Romance languages shares this origin, reflecting the long-standing importance of understanding reasons behind phenomena.
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