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    Raíz (en. Root)

    /ˈrai̯θ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An organ of plants that develops underground.
    The tree's root spreads throughout the ground.
    La raíz del árbol se extiende por todo el terreno.
    Origin or cause of something.
    The root of the problem is the lack of communication.
    La raíz del problema es la falta de comunicación.
    A factor that constitutes the basis of something.
    It is necessary to find the root of the conflict to resolve it.
    Es necesario encontrar la raíz del conflicto para resolverlo.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'radīcem', which means root or root of a plant.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to take root
    To settle permanently in a place.
    echar raíces
    square root
    A number that when multiplied by itself yields another number.
    raíz cuadrada
    to be at the root of
    To be the main cause of something.
    estar en la raíz de

    Related Words

    family root
    Ancestors or lineage of a person.
    raíz de familia
    cultural roots
    Cultural aspects that are passed down from generation to generation.
    raíces culturales
    etymological root
    Etymological origin of a word.
    raíz etimológica

    Slang Meanings

    A person very rooted in their customs.
    He is very rooted; he always celebrates the traditions of his town.
    Es muy de raíces, siempre celebra las tradiciones de su pueblo.
    Someone who feels at home anywhere.
    He adapted quickly; he is rooted.
    Se adaptó rápido, es de raíces.