El reciclatge
Example: El reciclatge ajuda a protegir el medi ambient cada dia.
Definition
"El reciclatge" refers to the process of converting waste materials into reusable materials, helping to reduce pollution and conserve natural resources. It plays an essential role in protecting the environment by minimizing waste and promoting sustainable practices.
Etymology
The term "el reciclatge" comes from the Catalan root verb "reciclar," which derives from the Latin prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the French word 'cycler,' meaning 'to cycle.' Did you know that recycling as a practice gained widespread importance during the environmental movements of the 20th century?
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"El reciclatge" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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