Die Sklaverei
Example: Die Sklaverei war früher in vielen Ländern üblich.
Definition
"Die Sklaverei" refers to the system or condition in which individuals are owned by others, deprived of personal freedom, and forced to work without pay. It was a widespread practice in many countries historically, often involving severe exploitation and lack of rights for the enslaved.
Etymology
The word "die Sklaverei" comes from the German noun 'Sklave,' which itself derives from the Medieval Latin 'sclavus,' meaning 'slave.' This Latin term originated from the ethnic name 'Slav,' as many Slavic people were enslaved during early medieval times. Did you know? The term reflects a historical link between ethnicity and slavery in Europe.
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