La palabra inglesa deriva de una raíz latina que significa 'paz'.
English: The English word derives from a Latin root meaning peace.
derivar /dˌeɾiβˈaɾ/ · verb · CEFR B2. Spanish translation of "derive".
See also: Vocabulary entry (Spanish)
- Source term
- derive
- Translation
- derivar
- CEFR Level
- B2
- Part of speech
- verb
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Article, Gender & Forms
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| Dictionary form | derivar |
|---|---|
| Use note | Use the form shown here as the lookup form. |
How to use it in a sentence
- Pattern
- Subject + helper/modal + derivar
- Examples
- A menudo necesitamos derivar.
- Tip
- Adjust endings and word order to match the full sentence.
Example Sentences
Ella obtiene gran satisfacción al ayudar a los estudiantes jóvenes todos los días.
English: She derives great satisfaction from helping young students every day.
Muchos medicamentos provienen de plantas que crecen en lo profundo de los bosques.
English: Many medicines are derived from plants found deep in forests.
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