Causes (en. Causes)

/ˈkauses/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Factors or situations that provoke an effect or result.
The causes of climate change are diverse and concerning.
Las causas del cambio climático son diversas y preocupantes.
Reasons why something occurs.
It is important to identify the causes of the problem before seeking solutions.
Es importante identificar las causas del problema antes de buscar soluciones.
verb
To generate or provoke something.
His behavior causes misunderstandings.
Su comportamiento causa malentendidos.
To make something happen or have an effect.
The rain causes flooding in the region.
La lluvia causa inundaciones en la región.

Etymology

From Latin 'causa', which means reason or motive.

Common Phrases and Expressions

causing problems
Generating difficulties or complications.
causar problemas
causing surprise
Provoking amazement or disbelief.
causar sorpresa
causing laughter
Making someone laugh.
causar risa
causing harm
Causing harm or detriment.
causar daño
causing distress
Generating concern or emotional discomfort.
causar angustia

Related Words

cause
Reason or motive for why something occurs.
causa
causative
That causes something.
causante
causality
Relationship of cause and effect.
causalidad
occurrence
Event that can be caused.
ocurrencia
effect
Result of a cause.
efecto

Slang Meanings

To cause a scandal.
That situation caused a scandal among those present.
Aquella situación causó un escándalo entre los presentes.
To cause problems in the social sphere.
That comment caused a lot of noise on social media.
Ese comentario causó mucho ruido en las redes.
Generating reactions or comments.
His lifestyle always causes controversy.
Su estilo de vida siempre causa controversia.