Tal
Example: No esperaba que tal problema surgiera tan rápido.
Definition
"Tal" is a demonstrative pronoun used in Spanish to indicate something previously mentioned or easily identified by the context, often translated as 'such' or 'that kind of' in English. For example, in 'No esperaba que tal problema surgiera tan rápido,' it refers to a specific type of problem.
Etymology
The Spanish word "tal" originates from the Latin word 'talis,' meaning 'such' or 'of such a kind.' It has maintained a similar meaning through its evolution, serving as a demonstrative pronoun to point out particular qualities or characteristics.
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"Tal" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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