Seleccionar
Example: Debes seleccionar la fruta más fresca en el mercado.
Definition
"Seleccionar" means to carefully choose or pick out something from a group based on specific criteria or preference. It involves making a deliberate decision to identify the best or most suitable option among several alternatives, such as selecting the freshest fruit in a market.
Etymology
The word "seleccionar" comes from the Latin 'selectio,' meaning the act of choosing. It entered Spanish through Old French 'selection,' reflecting the process of picking or choosing. Did you know? The root relates to the Latin verb 'seligere,' which means to pick out or choose carefully.
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"Seleccionar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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