Determinar
Example: Necesitamos determinar la causa del problema rápidamente.
Definition
"Determinar" means to establish or decide something firmly and clearly, often by careful consideration or investigation. For example, in the phrase 'Necesitamos determinar la causa del problema rápidamente,' it refers to identifying the cause of the problem quickly.
Etymology
The word "determinar" comes from the Latin 'determinare,' which means to enclose, bound, or limit. It combines 'de-' (from, down) and 'terminare' (to limit or set boundaries). Did you know? The root 'terminare' is also the origin of the English word 'terminate,' showing how 'determinar' carries the sense of setting definite limits or conclusions.
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"Determinar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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