El cuchillo
Example: El cuchillo está sobre la mesa para cortar el pan.
Definition
"El cuchillo" refers to a sharp-edged tool used for cutting or slicing, typically consisting of a blade attached to a handle. It is commonly used in kitchens and dining settings, such as cutting bread or food preparation.
Etymology
The word "el cuchillo" comes from the Latin word 'culter,' meaning knife or ploughshare. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to denote the common cutting instrument. Did you know that the shape and function of "el cuchillo" have remained largely unchanged for thousands of years?
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"El cuchillo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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