Fundamental
Example: Es fundamental estudiar para aprobar el examen final.
Definition
"Fundamental" describes something that is essential or of central importance, forming the base or core necessary for something else to function or succeed. For example, studying is fundamental to passing the final exam.
Etymology
The word "fundamental" comes from the Latin word 'fundamentum,' meaning foundation or base. It entered English through Old French, carrying the sense of being foundational or essential. Did you know? The root 'fund-' relates to 'bottom' or 'base,' highlighting its role as the underlying support.
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"Fundamental" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 3", containing 112 commonly used words.
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