El sesgo
Example: El sesgo en la encuesta afectó los resultados finales.
Definition
"El sesgo" refers to a systematic deviation or tendency that causes distortion or prejudice in data, results, or opinions. It implies an unfair influence that affects the accuracy or objectivity of a process, such as in surveys, research, or decision-making.
Etymology
The term "el sesgo" comes from the Spanish word for 'bias' or 'slant.' It originally referred to a diagonal cut or angle, metaphorically extending to mean a slant in judgment or perspective. Did you know that in tailoring, 'sesgo' describes cutting fabric on the diagonal for stretch and flexibility, which influenced its figurative use in language?
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"El sesgo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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