debido

This is the 199th most frequent Spanish word.

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debido

"Due" or "proper."


Here, 'debido' is part of the expression 'debido a', used to indicate a cause or reason.

Debido a la lluvia no pudimos jugar al fútbol.

Due to the rain, we couldn’t play soccer.


Here, 'debido a' explains the reason behind the described situation.

Su comportamiento fue debido a la presión que sentía.

His behavior was due to the pressure he felt.


In this case, 'debido' is also used with 'a' to denote a reason for the delay.

El trabajo fue entregado tarde debido a un contratiempo.

The work was delivered late due to an inconvenience.