La urbanització
Example: L'urbanització de la ciutat va transformar el paisatge rural.
Definition
"La urbanització" refers to the process of developing and expanding urban areas, transforming rural or natural landscapes into cities or towns with infrastructure, buildings, and services. It often involves planning and construction to accommodate growing populations and economic activities.
Etymology
The term "la urbanització" comes from the Catalan root "urbà," meaning related to a city, combined with the suffix "-ització," which denotes the process of becoming or making. It reflects the transformation of rural areas into urban environments, a concept that grew with the rise of cities and industrialization.
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