No. 855 in Spanish
fundación
Foundation; the act of founding, establishment, or an institution or organization.
In a sentence
La fundación del edificio es sólida.
The foundation of the building is solid.
In this sentence, 'fundación' refers to the physical base or groundwork of a structure (a building).
La fundación organiza eventos para recaudar fondos.
The foundation organizes events to raise funds.
Here, 'fundación' denotes an institution or organization, typically a charitable or non-profit entity.
La fundación de la filosofía moderna ocurrió durante la Ilustración.
The foundation of modern philosophy occurred during the Enlightenment era.
In this context, 'fundación' implies a conceptual or historical origin or establishment, such as the beginning or basis of a discipline.
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