La resistencia
Example: La resistencia del material garantiza la seguridad de la estructura.
Definition
"La resistencia" in engineering refers to the capacity of a material to withstand applied forces without breaking or deforming. It is crucial for ensuring the safety and durability of structures, as in the phrase: 'La resistencia del material garantiza la seguridad de la estructura.'
Etymology
The term "la resistencia" comes from the Spanish verb 'resistir,' which means to withstand or oppose. Its roots trace back to Latin 'resistentia,' meaning resistance or opposition. Did you know? The concept of resistance is fundamental in physics and engineering, describing how materials resist forces.
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"La resistencia" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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