/kulˈpaβle/

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Translation

guilty

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Word origin

From Latin culpabilis ('blameworthy'), from culpa ('fault, blame'). The same root gives English culpable and culprit.

Origin
Latin
Root
culpabilis
English cognates
culpable, culprit

Grammar

Masc pluralculpables

Examples

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The judge found him guilty of the theft.

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I feel guilty for not having called.

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I am not guilty of anything.

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The one guilty of the theft spoke after several hours.

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Do not feel guilty for resting for a weekend.

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This word is taught in chapter 12, lesson 3: culpable, favorito, principal and 7 more words.