Spanish Conversation · Level 153
30 words
Spanish word
originar
Pronunciation
IPA/oɾixiˈnaɾ/
Meaning
- verbcause
Example
La discusión originó un malentendido entre ellos.
The discussion caused a misunderstanding between them.
More examples
El mal uso del producto originó problemas en varios usuarios.
Misuse of the product caused problems for several users.
Core concept
A spark that ignites a spreading blaze.
Common phrases
originar problemas
cause problems
originar conflictos
cause conflicts
originar dudas
raise doubts
Similar words
causar: Cause something directly, especially damage or a harmful condition.
provocar: Provoke strong feelings or reactions, often sudden or intense.
producir: Bring about an outcome or physical change.
generar: Create or produce new output, effects, or resources.
Definition in Spanish
Iniciar o generar un efecto, una situación o un cambio; producir algo que antes no existía.
Word origin
From Latin origo 'origin' via the verb originare, Spanish originar means to bring something into being.
Usage tips
- It is used most often with inanimate subjects such as problems, events, or damages, and when a clear human agent is intended Spanish speakers often choose causar or provocar.
Other meanings
- bring aboutverb
- produceverb
Related words
- originaciónoriginationnoun
- originarionativeadjective
- originadororiginatornoun