El retraso
Example: El retraso del tren causó problemas a muchos pasajeros.
Definition
"El retraso" refers to the delay or lateness of an event or action, such as a train arriving later than scheduled. It signifies a period of time by which something is postponed or runs behind its expected or planned timing.
Etymology
The term "el retraso" comes from the Spanish verb "retrazar," meaning to delay or slow down, which itself originates from the Latin word "retrahere," combining "re-" (back) and "trahere" (to draw or pull). Did you know? The notion of pulling back time or progress is central to the word's meaning.
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"El retraso" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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