No. 5,998 in Spanish
índole
Nature or character.
In a sentence
Este problema es de índole social.
This problem is of a social nature.
In this context, 'índole' is used to describe the type or nature of an issue, specifically referencing societal aspects.
Tiene una personalidad de índole tranquila.
He has a calm-natured personality.
Here, 'índole' is employed to express the characteristic or innate nature of someone's personality.
Las reglas son aplicables sin importar la índole del caso.
The rules apply regardless of the nature of the case.
In this instance, 'índole' signifies the kind or inherent nature of the case in question.
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