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/reakˈθjon/ ES
/reakˈsjon/ MX
Translation
reaction
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Word origin
From Latin re- ('back, again') and actio ('a doing, an action'), from agere ('to do, to drive'). The same parts give English 'reaction'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- reactio
- English cognates
- reaction
Grammar
Examples
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Her reaction to the news surprised me a lot.
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The chemical reaction produced a change of colour.
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What was the audience's reaction at the premiere?
marisco.
She had an allergic reaction after eating seafood.
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My first reaction was to laugh, even though the situation was serious.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 21, lesson 11: reacción, recompensa, violento and 6 more words.