la
feminine
/eksploɾaˈθjon/
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Translation
exploration
Word origin
From Latin exploratio, from explorare ('to search out, to investigate'). The same root gives English 'exploration' and 'explore'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- explorare
- English cognates
- exploration, explore
Grammar
Genderfeminine
Pluralexploraciones
Examples
fascina científicos.
The exploration of space fascinates scientists.
selva amazónica.
They organised an exploration through the Amazon jungle.
detallada.
The doctor ordered a more detailed examination.
¿ cueva?
When does the exploration of the cave begin?
reveló .
The survey revealed the remains of an ancient city.
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