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/θeˈɾeβɾo/ ES

/seˈɾeβɾo/ MX

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Translation

brain, mind, mastermind

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Word origin

From Latin cerebrum ('brain'). The same root gives English 'cerebral'.

Origin
Latin
Root
cerebrum
English cognates
cerebral, cerebrum

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralcerebros

Examples

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The human brain is capable of processing enormous amounts of information.

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He is the brains of the group, everyone follows his ideas.

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Eating well and sleeping a lot is good for the brain.

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After the blow they did brain tests on him at the hospital.

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Alcohol affects the brain faster than you think.

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The human brain is a very complex and strong organ.

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This word is taught in chapter 10, lesson 9: cerebro, cerveza, político and 6 more words.