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/ˈfaʎo/ ES
/ˈfaʝo/ MX
Translation
fault, failure
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Word origin
From fallar ('to fail, to rule'), from Latin fallere ('to deceive, to fail'). The same root gives English 'fail', 'fault' and 'false'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- fallere
- English cognates
- fail, fault, false
Grammar
Examples
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There was a fault in the car engine.
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It was my mistake and I am very sorry.
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Do you know what the system failure was?
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The judge read the verdict out loud.
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A small mistake can cost the match.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 31, lesson 12: fallo, cálculo, iris and 5 more words.