El acero
Example: El acero es fundamental para construir puentes resistentes.
Definition
"El acero" refers to a strong and durable alloy primarily made of iron and carbon, widely used in engineering for constructing resilient structures like bridges and buildings due to its high tensile strength and resistance to corrosion.
Etymology
The term "el acero" comes from the Latin word 'acciare,' which is related to 'acutus,' meaning sharp, reflecting the original use of steel for sharp tools and weapons. Over time, it evolved in Spanish to denote the alloy known today for its strength and versatility.
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"El acero" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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