La solución
Example: La solución al problema fue más sencilla de lo esperado.
Definition
"La solución" refers to the answer or means of effectively dealing with a problem or difficult situation. It represents the method or result that resolves an issue, as in the phrase 'La solución al problema fue más sencilla de lo esperado,' meaning the solution to the problem was simpler than expected.
Etymology
The term "la solución" comes from the Latin word 'solutio,' meaning 'a loosening' or 'setting free.' Originally related to the act of loosening something, it evolved in Spanish to mean the resolution or answer to a problem. Did you know? The root 'solv-' also appears in English words like 'solve' and 'solution,' showing their shared Latin heritage.
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"La solución" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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