la
feminine
/moˈθjon/
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Translation
motion
Word origin
From Latin motio ('movement'), from movere ('to move'). The same root gives English 'motion' and 'move'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- motio
- English cognates
- motion, move
Grammar
Genderfeminine
Pluralmociones
Examples
.
The deputy put forward a motion in parliament.
aprobada .
The motion was passed by a large majority.
.
We are going to vote on the motion this afternoon.
¿ ?
Who supports this motion?
censura.
The opposition tabled a motion of no confidence.
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