Cada
Example: Cada estudiante debe entregar su tarea a tiempo.
Definition
"Cada" is a Spanish determiner used to refer to every individual member of a group without exception. It means 'each' or 'every' and is commonly used to emphasize the inclusiveness of all elements in a set, as in the phrase 'Cada estudiante debe entregar su tarea a tiempo' (Each student must submit their homework on time).
Etymology
The word "cada" comes from Latin 'quaque,' meaning 'each' or 'every.' Over time, the pronunciation and spelling evolved in Spanish to the current form. Did you know? Despite its simple meaning, "cada" is essential for expressing universality in Spanish.
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"Cada" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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