El problema
Example: El problema principal es encontrar una solución rápida y eficaz.
Definition
"El problema" refers to a difficulty, issue, or matter that needs to be solved or dealt with. It often describes an obstacle or challenge that requires attention, such as in the sentence: The main problem is finding a quick and effective solution.
Etymology
The term "el problema" comes from the Spanish word "problema," which originates from the Latin 'problema' and Greek 'πρόβλημα' (próblēma), meaning 'a task, question, or difficulty.' Did you know that the Greek root combines 'pro-' meaning 'forward' and 'ballein' meaning 'to throw,' suggesting the idea of throwing a question forward to be solved?
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"El problema" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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