Consentir
Example: No puc consentir que prenguin decisions sense consultar-me.
Definition
"Consentir" means to agree or give permission for something to happen, often implying a voluntary and informed acceptance. It is commonly used when someone allows or approves an action or decision, as in "I cannot consent to decisions being made without consulting me."
Etymology
The word "consentir" comes from the Latin verb "consentire," which combines "con-" meaning 'together' and "sentire" meaning 'to feel' or 'to perceive.' Did you know? The root reflects the idea of shared feeling or agreement, which perfectly fits the modern meaning of "consentir."
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"Consentir" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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