Dañar
Example: No debes dañar los libros de la biblioteca.
Definition
"Dañar" means to cause harm, damage, or injury to someone or something, making it less useful, valuable, or functional. For example, "No debes dañar los libros de la biblioteca" means you should not harm the library books.
Etymology
The Spanish verb "dañar" comes from the Latin word "damnare," which means to condemn or damage. Over time, it evolved to specifically mean causing physical or moral harm. Did you know "dañar" is related to the English word "damn," both sharing a root involving harm or condemnation?
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"Dañar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 115 commonly used words.
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