causar (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

The word "causar" is a verb in Spanish.

Phonetic Transcription

The phonetic transcription of "causar" using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /kau̯ˈsaɾ/.

Translation Options into English

The verb "causar" can be translated into English as: - to cause - to bring about - to produce

Meaning and Usage

"causar" generally means to bring something about or to produce an effect. It is used in various contexts, especially in general conversation, legal language, and formal writing in Argentina. It is comparatively more common in written contexts, such as legal documents and academic texts, but is also prevalent in oral speech.

Example Sentences

1. El accidente causó muchos daños materiales.

2. The accident caused a lot of material damage.

3. Su falta de atención puede causar problemas en el futuro.

4. His lack of attention can cause problems in the future.

5. La decisión del juez puede causar un efecto positivo en el caso.

6. The judge's decision can cause a positive effect on the case.

Idiomatic Expressions

"causar" is part of several idiomatic expressions in Spanish:

• Causar estragos: to wreak havoc.
• La tormenta causó estragos en la ciudad.

• The storm wreaked havoc in the city.

• Causar preocupación: to cause concern.

• La situación económica está causando preocupación en la población.

• The economic situation is causing concern among the population.

• Causar revuelo: to cause a stir.

• Su llegada causó revuelo entre los asistentes.
• His arrival caused a stir among the attendees.

Etymology

The word "causar" comes from the Latin "causare," which means "to give cause" or "to make an explanation." Its roots reflect the notion of producing an effect or motivating action.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - provocar (to provoke) - ocasionar (to occasion) - generar (to generate)

Antonyms: - evitar (to avoid) - prevenir (to prevent) - neutralizar (to neutralize)