La carrera
Example: La carrera de medicina requiere mucho esfuerzo y dedicación.
Definition
"La carrera" refers to a course of study or a profession, often implying a long-term commitment to achieving expertise in a specific field. For example, "la carrera de medicina" means the medical degree or career, involving significant effort and dedication.
Etymology
The term "la carrera" originates from the Latin word 'carraria,' meaning 'road for wagons,' which evolved in Spanish to signify a race or course. Over time, it extended metaphorically to mean a course of study or a professional path, reflecting a journey toward a goal.
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"La carrera" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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