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/eβoluˈθjon/ ES

/eβoluˈsjon/ MX

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Translation

evolution

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Word origin

From Latin evolutio, from evolvere ('to unroll, unfold'), from e- ('out') plus volvere ('to roll').

Origin
Latin
Root
evolutio
English cognates
evolution, evolve, revolve

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralevoluciones

Examples

fascina biólogos.

The evolution of species fascinates biologists.

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We have seen great development in his work.

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Technology is in constant evolution.

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The doctor is monitoring the patient's progress.

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The evolution of the climate worries scientists.

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This word is taught in chapter 38, lesson 8: evolución, gallo, mojado and 7 more words.