motivo

Noun masculine A2 #26587 most common

Translations

  1. motive
  2. reason
  3. cause

Commonly used to refer to a reason behind an action.

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Example Sentences

El motivo detrás de su decisión era más complejo de lo que imaginábamos.

The motive behind his decision was more complex than we imagined.

Su comportamiento psicopático despertó el interés de los investigadores, quienes buscaban entender sus motivos.

His psychopathic behavior piqued the interest of researchers who sought to understand his motives.

La sobreganancia de la empresa fue motivo de celebración entre los accionistas.

The superprofit of the company was a reason for celebration among the shareholders.

No hay ningún motivo para dudar de sus intenciones, ya que siempre ha sido honesto.

There is no reason to doubt his intentions, since he has always been honest.

A pesar de las tristezas que vivió, siempre encontraba motivos para sonreír.

Despite the sorrows she experienced, she always found reasons to smile.

Se le acusó de homiciar a su socio por motivos oscuros y personales.

He was accused of committing homicide against his partner for dark and personal reasons.

La cochambrera de su habitación era motivo de quejas constantes de su madre.

The messy place of his room was a constant source of complaints from his mother.

El enfoque bipartidista en la política actual es motivo de debate entre los ciudadanos.

The bipartisan approach in current politics is a topic of debate among citizens.

The lawyer is very litigious and always seeks lawsuits for any reason.

The doctor explained that an extrasystole is not always a cause for concern.

Su motivo para mudarse a la ciudad fue encontrar mejores oportunidades laborales.

Her motive for moving to the city was to find better job opportunities.

El discurso laudatorio del director motivó a todos los empleados a esforzarse más.

The laudatory speech from the director motivated all the employees to strive harder.

A pesar de que su comportamiento es irracionable, trato de entender sus motivos.

Despite his irrational behavior, I try to understand his motives.

Las anomalos en los resultados del experimento fueron motivo de preocupación para los investigadores.

The anomalies in the results of the experiment were a cause for concern for the researchers.

El nevus en su brazo siempre ha sido motivo de curiosidad entre sus amigos.

The mole on his arm has always been a source of curiosity among his friends.

Las displacias en el desarrollo del niño fueron motivo de preocupación para sus padres.

The displacements in the child's development were a source of concern for his parents.

Los desposamientos en nuestra familia siempre han sido motivo de alegría y celebración.

Marriages in our family have always been a reason for joy and celebration.

Las impudicias en la conducta de algunos jóvenes son motivo de preocupación para los padres.

The impudences in the behavior of some young people are a source of concern for parents.

El asalmero decidió no participar en la reunión por motivos personales.

The asalm decided not to participate in the meeting for personal reasons.

No puedo soportar a los que baladran sobre sus logros sin motivo alguno.

I can't stand those who bluster about their achievements for no reason.

The insubordination of some employees during the meeting was a cause for concern for management.

La restricción de acceso al edificio fue necesaria por motivos de seguridad.

The restriction of access to the building was necessary for security reasons.

Su cabello crespo siempre ha sido motivo de admiración entre sus amigos.

Her curly hair has always been a source of admiration among her friends.

Los síntomas epileptiformes que mostró el paciente fueron motivo de preocupación para los médicos.

The epileptiform symptoms shown by the patient were a cause for concern for the doctors.

Su rostro narizona siempre ha sido motivo de burlas entre sus amigos.

His big-nosed face has always been a source of teasing among his friends.

Las piponas de la familia son motivo de risas en cada reunión, debido a su peculiar forma.

The big noses of the family are a source of laughter at every gathering, due to their peculiar shape.

A pesar de la melancolía que a veces la invadía, siempre encontraba motivos para sonreír y seguir adelante.

Despite the melancholy that sometimes overwhelmed her, she always found reasons to smile and move forward.

His execrable behavior was a topic of discussion among those present.

The degenerate behavior of some individuals in society is a constant cause for concern.

La eximente por motivos de salud fue aceptada en el juicio, lo que benefició al acusado.

The exemption for health reasons was accepted in the trial, which benefited the accused.

His greedy behavior at the table was a cause for concern for his family.

El virus hemorrágico que se propaga en la región es motivo de preocupación para la salud pública.

The hemorrhagic virus spreading in the region is a cause for concern for public health.

La anormalidad en los resultados del experimento fue motivo de preocupación entre los científicos.

The abnormality in the experiment's results was a cause for concern among the scientists.

La impuridad del agua potable en algunas regiones es motivo de gran preocupación para la salud pública.

The impurity of drinking water in some regions is a major concern for public health.

La tacha en su informe académico fue motivo de preocupación para sus padres, quienes esperaban mejores resultados.

The blemish in his academic report was a source of concern for his parents, who expected better results.

Su postura reaccionaria frente a los cambios sociales es motivo de controversia.

His reactionary stance towards social changes is a source of controversy.

The doctor explained that the wound was swelling, but there was no cause for concern.

A pesar de que la vida puede ser difícil, siempre hay motivos para salir de la tristura.

Despite the fact that life can be difficult, there are always reasons to overcome sorrow.

El olor cacodílico del río, contaminado por desechos industriales, era motivo de preocupación para los ecologistas.

The cacodilic smell of the river, polluted by industrial waste, was a cause for concern among ecologists.

El discurso del líder fue enaltecedor y motivó a todos los presentes.

The leader's speech was uplifting and motivated everyone present.

El caso del matricida conmocionó a la comunidad, dejando a todos preguntándose sobre sus motivos.

The case of the matricide shocked the community, leaving everyone wondering about his motives.

The execrable behavior of the criminal was a cause of general repulsion.

Su reacción fue desocasionada, ya que no había motivos para que se molestara de esa manera.

His reaction was unwarranted, as there were no reasons for him to be upset in that way.

His necrophilic behavior is a cause for concern among his friends.

Su chaflo al presentar el proyecto fue motivo de risa entre sus compañeros.

His screw-up while presenting the project was a source of laughter among his peers.

Siempre recelo de las intenciones de quienes no conozco bien, ya que a menudo ocultan sus verdaderos motivos.

I always suspect the intentions of those I don't know well, since they often hide their true motives.

Es inaceptable que alguien quiera asesinar a otra persona por motivos tan triviales.

It is unacceptable for someone to want to murder another person for such trivial reasons.

The aberrant behavior of some individuals can be a cause for concern in the community.

La hortatorio que escuché del líder me motivó a seguir adelante a pesar de las dificultades.

The exhortation I heard from the leader motivated me to keep going despite the difficulties.

The detective managed to unravel the mystery behind the motive that led to the homicide of the victim.