La precisión
Example: La precisión en sus cálculos garantizó el éxito del proyecto.
Definition
"La precisión" refers to the quality of being exact, accurate, and careful in measurement, calculation, or detail. It ensures that results or actions are reliable and free from errors, as in the example phrase where precision in calculations guaranteed the project's success.
Etymology
The word "la precisión" comes from the Latin 'praecisio,' meaning 'cutting off' or 'shortening,' which evolved to signify exactness or sharpness in detail. Did you know? Its roots relate to the idea of cutting something down to the exact size needed, symbolizing accuracy and meticulousness.
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"La precisión" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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