El turno
Example: Mi turno para hablar en la reunión es a las tres.
Definition
"El turno" refers to the designated time or order in which a person is expected to do something, such as speaking, acting, or participating. It often indicates a sequence or rotation, for example, in meetings or queues, where each individual waits for their specific opportunity.
Etymology
The term "el turno" comes from the Latin word 'turnus,' meaning 'a round' or 'a circuit.' It evolved in Spanish to signify a fixed order or sequence in which people take their chance or position, similar to taking a turn in a game or conversation.
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"El turno" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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