Translation
delay
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Word origin
From the verb demorar, from Latin demorari ('to linger, to wait'), from de plus morari ('to delay'), which comes from mora ('a delay').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- demorari
- English cognates
- moratorium
Grammar
Examples
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The flight left with a two-hour delay.
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We apologise for the delay in replying.
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What is the reason for such a long delay in the payment?
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Without further delay, let us start the meeting.
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The train delay made us miss the connection.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 43, lesson 8: demora, viviente, funcionamiento and 7 more words.