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Más
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Beginneradverb
Definition
A greater quantity or degree.
Example
Quiero más café, por favor.
I want more coffee, please.
Etymology
'Más' comes from the Latin word 'magis,' meaning 'more.' Over time, it has come to represent the comparative form in Spanish.
How & Where It’s Used
'Más' is frequently used in both spoken and written contexts to indicate an increase or additional quantity. It appears in both formal and informal registers across different Spanish-speaking regions.
Literary Heritage
The term appears in various proverbs and songs emphasizing abundance or comparison.