How to Say "square root" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “square root” is “raíz” — B1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
La raíz del problema fue la falta de comunicación.
The root of the problem was the lack of communication.
Muchas palabras españolas tienen raíces latinas.
Many Spanish words have Latin roots.
Calcula la raíz cuadrada de 81.
Calculate the square root of 81.
Solving Problems 'De Raíz'
Using the phrase 'de raíz' means you are doing something thoroughly or completely, getting rid of the problem's source, not just the symptoms.
Confusing 'Raíz' and 'Principio'
Mistake: “Using 'principio' (beginning) when referring to the deep cause of an issue.”
Correction: Use 'raíz' when discussing the underlying cause or fundamental source: 'la raíz del conflicto' (the root of the conflict).
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