Hallazgo (en. Finding)

/aʝˈsaɣo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The result of finding something significant.
The archaeological finding was very important for history.
El hallazgo arqueológico fue muy importante para la historia.
Unexpected encounter with an object or information.
The finding of an ancient manuscript changed the date of the work.
El hallazgo de un manuscrito antiguo cambió la fecha de la obra.
Discovery that brings new knowledge.
His finding on dark matter revolutionized astrophysics.
Su hallazgo sobre la materia oscura revolucionó la astrofísica.

Etymology

It derives from the verb "hallar," which comes from the Latin 'hāllāre.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

To make a finding
To make an important discovery.
hacer un hallazgo
Fortuitous finding
Unexpected and accidental discovery.
hallazgo fortuito
Scientific findings
Results or findings from scientific research.
hallazgos científicos

Related Words

To find
To find something that is being searched for.
hallar
To find
To discover something that was lost or unknown.
encontrar
Discovery
The act of finding something new.
descubrimiento

Slang Meanings

An impressive finding.
That old car you found in the attic is an impressive finding.
Ese coche antiguo que encontraste en el desván es un hallazgo impresionante.
A group of valuable things discovered.
The finding of that coin collection is incredible.
El hallazgo de esa colección de monedas es increíble.