raíz
root
The Spanish word 'raíz' translates to 'root' in English. The 'raíz' is typically related to botany referring to the part of a plant typically lying below the surface of the soil, where it absorbs nutrients and moisture. But it can also be applied in a variety of contexts like mathematics, where it is used to define quantities which, when multiplied by themselves a certain number of times, equate to a given number. It's commonly used in expressions or phrases as a metaphor for origin or base of something.
Example sentences using: raíz
La raíz de este problema es la falta de comunicación.
The root of this problem is the lack of communication.
This Spanish sentence uses the word 'raíz' in a metaphorical sense, meaning the source or origin of a problem, similar to how it's used in English.
La raíz cuadrada de nueve es tres.
The square root of nine is three.
In this example, 'raíz' is used in a mathematical context, to refer to the square root of a number.
Los árboles necesitan agua en su raíz para crecer saludablemente.
Trees need water at their root to grow healthily.
In this sentence, 'raíz' refers to the part of a plant that typically lies below the surface of the soil.
Raíz de jengibre es un ingrediente común en la cocina asiática.
Ginger root is a common ingredient in Asian cuisine.
In this sentence, 'raíz' is used to refer to the root of the ginger plant used in cooking.
La reforma debe atacar la raíz de la corrupción.
The reform must attack the root of corruption.
This statement uses 'raíz' figuratively, similar to the English phrase 'root of the problem'.
Debemos volver a nuestras raíces culturales.
We must return to our cultural roots.
Here, 'raíces' (plural of 'raíz') refers figuratively to origins or traditions.
La raíz de esa planta es venenosa.
The root of that plant is poisonous.
This sentence uses 'raíz' to refer to a literal, biological root of a plant.
Los problemas de salud mental son la raíz de muchos problemas sociales.
Mental health problems are the root of many social problems.
In this usage, 'raíz' is being used metaphorically to refer to the source or basis of an issue.
La noción de raíz en matemáticas es fundamental.
The notion of root in mathematics is fundamental.
This sentence uses 'raíz' to emphasize the importance of the mathematical concept of roots.
Pedro siempre busca la raíz de los problemas.
Pedro always looks for the root of problems.
This sentence uses 'raíz' figuratively to suggest Pedro seeks the source or origin of problems.