El estímulo
Example: El estímulo adecuado mejora el rendimiento en el trabajo.
Definition
"El estímulo" refers to a factor or event that provokes a response or encourages increased activity, motivation, or performance. For example, "El estímulo adecuado mejora el rendimiento en el trabajo" means the right stimulus improves work performance.
Etymology
The word "el estímulo" comes from the Latin 'stimulus,' meaning 'goad' or 'spur,' which was used to describe something that urges or drives action. Did you know? Originally, it referred to a sharp stick used to urge animals forward, metaphorically evolving to mean any incentive or encouragement.
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"El estímulo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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