Contactar
Example: Voy a contactar con el profesor para aclarar dudas.
Definition
"Contactar" means to communicate or get in touch with someone, typically to exchange information or clarify doubts. For example, in the phrase 'Voy a contactar con el profesor para aclarar dudas,' it refers to reaching out to the teacher to clear up questions.
Etymology
The word "contactar" comes from the Latin 'contactus,' which means 'touching' or 'being in touch.' It entered Spanish through French influence, where 'contacter' was used to describe establishing communication. Did you know? The root implies physical touch, but in modern use, it relates to communication.
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"Contactar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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