El protocolo
Example: El protocolo de seguridad debe seguirse en todas las reuniones.
Definition
"El protocolo" refers to a set of official rules and procedures that must be followed in formal situations, such as events, meetings, or diplomatic interactions. It ensures proper conduct and order is maintained, like in the phrase, 'El protocolo de seguridad debe seguirse en todas las reuniones.'
Etymology
The word "el protocolo" comes from the Greek word 'protokollon,' which means 'first glued sheet,' referring to the first sheet attached to official documents. Over time, it evolved to mean a formal record or set of rules. Did you know it originally described a document rather than a procedure?
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"El protocolo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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