La beca
Example: Consiguió la beca para estudiar en la universidad extranjera.
Definition
"La beca" refers to a scholarship or grant given to students to support their education, often awarded based on academic merit or financial need. It helps cover tuition fees, living expenses, or other costs associated with studying, enabling access to educational opportunities.
Etymology
The term "la beca" comes from Spanish, originally meaning a small bag or pouch, which later evolved to signify a stipend or financial aid given to students. Did you know that the word's origin relates to carrying something valuable, much like how scholarships carry educational opportunities?
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"La beca" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Education - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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