El argumento



Example: El argumento de la película me pareció muy convincente.

Definition


"El argumento" refers to the main storyline or sequence of events in a narrative work, such as a film, book, or play. It is the structured presentation of ideas and actions that convey the plot and reason behind the story, often making it convincing or engaging.

Etymology


The term "el argumento" comes from the Latin word 'argumentum,' meaning proof or evidence. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to signify not only logical reasoning but also the plot or storyline in a narrative. Did you know? In English, 'argument' can mean both a reasoned discussion and the plot of a story, reflecting this shared origin.

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"El argumento" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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