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No. 10,480 in Spanish

contratiempos

"Contratiempos" means "setbacks" or "unexpected difficulties."

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  • Hemos logrado superar varios contratiempos en el proyecto.

    We have managed to overcome several setbacks in the project.

    In this context, 'contratiempos' is used as a noun referring to obstacles or challenges experienced unexpectedly during an endeavor.

  • Los contratiempos son una parte normal de cualquier proceso de aprendizaje.

    Setbacks are a normal part of any learning process.

    Here, 'contratiempos' is highlighted as common difficulties or hindrances that can occur naturally as part of progressing through learning activities.

  • A pesar de los contratiempos iniciales, el evento resultó ser un éxito.

    Despite the initial setbacks, the event turned out to be a success.

    The term 'contratiempos' emphasizes unforeseen difficulties faced at the early stages of organizing or executing an event.

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