/ˈxusto/

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Translation

fair, just, exactly

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Word origin

From Latin iustus ('just, lawful, fair'), from ius, iuris ('law, right').

Origin
Latin
Root
iustus
English cognates
just, justice

Grammar

Femininejusta
Masc pluraljustos
Fem pluraljustas

Examples

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It is not fair that he works more hours for the same pay.

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I arrived just in time for the flight.

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He is a fair and honest man.

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I was just about to ring you when your message came through.

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I found it exactly where you said it would be.

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This word is taught in chapter 6, lesson 2: justo, jefe, clase and 7 more words.