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No. 4,339 in Spanish

stem

The base part of a verb to which endings are added.

In a sentence

  • La raíz del problema está en la falta de comunicación.

    The root of the problem lies in the lack of communication.

    Here, 'raíz' (root) represents the fundamental origin or stem of an issue.

  • En botánica, el término 'tallo' se refiere a la parte principal de la planta que sostiene las hojas.

    In botany, the term 'stem' refers to the main part of the plant that supports the leaves.

    'Tallo', or 'stem', in botany represents the structural component of a plant.

  • Este desafío surge de la necesidad de innovar.

    This challenge stems from the need to innovate.

    The verb 'surge' is connected metaphorically to 'stem', indicating originating or emanating from a source.

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