Verdadero
Example: Su verdadero talento se mostró durante la competencia final.
Definition
"Verdadero" is an adjective used to describe something that is genuine, real, or true. It indicates authenticity or accuracy, as in the example phrase 'Su verdadero talento se mostró durante la competencia final,' meaning someone’s true talent was revealed.
Etymology
The word "verdadero" comes from the Latin 'verax,' meaning 'truthful,' combined with the suffix '-ero,' which forms adjectives. It evolved in Spanish to express the concept of something that is true or genuine. Did you know? "Verdadero" shares roots with the English word 'veracity,' both tracing back to the Latin word for truth.
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"Verdadero" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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