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feminine

/aktwaˈθjon/ ES

/aktwaˈsjon/ MX

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Translation

performance, acting

Word origin

From actuar ('to act'), from Latin actus, from agere ('to do, to drive'). English 'act' and 'action' share the same root.

Origin: Latin
Root: agere
English cognates: act, action

Grammar

Genderfeminine

Pluralactuaciones

Examples

Her performance in the film was impressive.

ovación.

The band's performance ended with a huge ovation.

cuestionó .

The judge questioned the conduct of the police.

She studies acting at a drama school.

The firefighters' quick action saved the house.

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This word is part of lesson 42.