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feminine

/peɾfekˈθjon/

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Translation

perfection

Word origin

From Latin perfectio, from perficere ('to complete'), formed from per ('thoroughly') plus facere ('to make, do').

Origin
Latin
Root
perfectio
English cognates
perfection, perfect

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralperfecciones

Examples

.

The chef seeks perfection in every dish.

.

She danced the piece to perfection.

alcanzar .

No one can reach absolute perfection.

técnica asombró .

The perfection of her technique amazed the judges.

Ensayó .

He rehearsed for months in search of perfection.

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This word is part of lesson 71.