Libre
Example: Después de terminar el trabajo, me siento libre para descansar.
Definition
"Libre" means having the freedom to act, think, or move without restrictions or constraints. It often describes someone who is not under any obligation or control, such as feeling free after finishing work, as in the phrase 'Después de terminar el trabajo, me siento libre para descansar.'
Etymology
The word "libre" comes from the Latin word 'liber,' meaning free or unrestricted. It has been used in Romance languages for centuries to express the concept of freedom. Interestingly, 'liber' in Latin also referred to the inner bark of a tree, symbolizing something essential and accessible, much like freedom itself.
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"Libre" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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