Aprobar
Example: Voy a aprobar el examen si estudio mucho esta semana.
Definition
"Aprobar" means to successfully pass or meet the required standards of an exam, test, or evaluation. It involves demonstrating sufficient knowledge or skill to be accepted or allowed to continue, as in the phrase: "Voy a aprobar el examen si estudio mucho esta semana."
Etymology
The word "aprobar" comes from the Latin verb 'approbare,' which means to approve or confirm. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to specifically refer to passing tests or gaining official acceptance. Did you know? Its root 'probare' also gave rise to the English word 'probe,' highlighting the idea of testing or examining.
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"Aprobar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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