Devolver
Example: Tuve que devolver el libro a la biblioteca ayer.
Definition
"Devolver" means to give back or return something to its original place or owner, often after borrowing or using it. For example, "Tuve que devolver el libro a la biblioteca ayer" means you had to return the book to the library yesterday.
Etymology
The verb "devolver" comes from the Latin word "devolvere," which means to roll back or return. It combines the prefix "de-" indicating reversal, with "volvere," meaning to roll or turn. Did you know? The image of rolling something back captures the idea of giving it back or returning it.
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"Devolver" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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