El énfasis
Example: El énfasis en la educación mejora el aprendizaje de los estudiantes.
Definition
"El énfasis" refers to the special importance or significance given to something, often highlighted through speech or writing. For example, in the phrase 'El énfasis en la educación mejora el aprendizaje de los estudiantes,' it shows the importance placed on education to improve student learning.
Etymology
The word "el énfasis" comes from the Greek word 'emphasis,' meaning 'appearance' or 'show,' which passed through Latin and then into Spanish. Did you know? The Greek root 'emphainein' means 'to show or indicate,' reflecting how emphasis serves to highlight or make something stand out.
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"El énfasis" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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