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/iluˈsjon/

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Translation

illusion, excitement, hope

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Word origin

From Latin illusio ('a mocking, a deceiving'), from illudere ('to mock, to play with'), from in- ('at') plus ludere ('to play'). The same root gives English 'illusion' and 'illusory'.

Origin
Latin
Root
illudere
English cognates
illusion, illusory

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralilusiones

Examples

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I am really excited to see you again.

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It was just an illusion of his tired eyes.

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The children are looking forward to the party with great excitement.

¡ , !

How wonderful, you have finally come back!

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Do not get your hopes up, it is not certain yet.

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This word is taught in chapter 25, lesson 4: ilusión, temperatura, patada and 7 more words.