El índice
Example: El índice del libro facilita encontrar los capítulos rápidamente.
Definition
"El índice" refers to the list of topics, chapters, or sections in a book or document, usually found at the beginning or end, designed to help readers quickly locate specific information or chapters, as in 'El índice del libro facilita encontrar los capítulos rápidamente.'
Etymology
The term "el índice" comes from the Latin word 'index,' meaning 'one who points out' or 'sign.' It originally referred to a sign or indication and evolved to mean a list or guide in books. Did you know? The word 'index' is also the origin of the English word 'index,' used similarly in books and databases.
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"El índice" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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