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/ˈfondo/

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Translation

bottom; background; fund

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Word origin

From Latin fundus ('bottom, base, farm'). The same root gives English fund, foundation and profound.

Origin
Latin
Root
fundus
English cognates
fund, foundation, profound

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralfondos

Examples

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The coin fell to the bottom of the river.

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Deep down, I know he is right.

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The project funds ran out soon.

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The painting has a very beautiful blue background.

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I want to get to the bottom of this matter.

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This word is taught in chapter 10, lesson 8: fondo, abuelo, testigo and 7 more words.