La sécheresse
Example: La sécheresse a causé des problèmes dans les fermes locales.
Definition
"La sécheresse" refers to an extended period of time with little or no rainfall, resulting in a shortage of water that negatively impacts agriculture, ecosystems, and local communities. It causes environmental stress and can lead to significant problems in farms and water supplies.
Etymology
The word "la sécheresse" comes from the French adjective "sec," meaning dry, combined with the suffix "-esse," which forms a noun indicating a state or condition. It literally means 'dryness,' capturing the essence of dry environmental conditions.
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"La sécheresse" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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