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culpa
/ˈkul.pa/
blame
La culpa es mía.
It's my fault.
general
Responsibility for a wrongdoing or mistake; blame.
No fue mi culpa, fue un accidente.
It wasn't my fault, it was an accident.
Often used in legal or moral contexts to assign responsibility.
psychology
A feeling of guilt or remorse for having done something wrong.
Siente mucha culpa por lo que pasó.
He feels a lot of guilt about what happened.
In psychology, 'culpa' refers to the emotional state rather than the act itself.
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Pro Tip
Legal vs. Emotional Use
In legal contexts, 'culpa' refers to liability, while in psychology, it refers to the emotional state of guilt.
Gold Rule
Avoid Overuse
Be careful not to overuse 'culpa' in casual conversation, as it can sound overly formal or accusatory.
Word Origin
From Latin 'culpa', meaning 'fault' or 'blame'.
Usage Notes
'Culpa' is often used in legal contexts to assign blame, but it can also refer to personal feelings of guilt.
Word Breakdown
culp-
fault
root-a
noun ending
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