El choque
Example: El choque entre los coches causó un gran atasco en la carretera.
Definition
"El choque" refers to the collision or crash between vehicles or objects, causing impact and often resulting in damage or disruption, such as in the phrase 'El choque entre los coches causó un gran atasco en la carretera.'
Etymology
The term "el choque" comes from the Spanish verb 'chocar,' meaning 'to crash or collide.' It originates from the Old French 'choquer,' which means 'to strike or clash.' Did you know? The word also shares roots with the English word 'shock,' reflecting the sudden impact or surprise involved in a collision.
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"El choque" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 111 commonly used words.
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