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ético

ethical

adjective EH-tee-koh Rare

Origin: From Greek ethikos, via Latin ethicus.

Usage Note

Ético describes conformity with moral principles. The related noun ética ('ethics') is feminine and names the discipline. Do not confuse with étnico ('ethnic'), which sounds similar to learners.

Examples

"Tomaron una decisión ética y transparente."

Natural Translation

They made an ethical and transparent decision.

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