Die Zivilisation
Example: Die Zivilisation entwickelte sich durch Fortschritte in der Landwirtschaft.
Definition
"Die Zivilisation" refers to the complex society characterized by the development of cities, social structures, cultural advancements, and organized governance. It involves progress in areas like agriculture, technology, and social organization, as exemplified by the phrase: 'Die Zivilisation entwickelte sich durch Fortschritte in der Landwirtschaft.'
Etymology
The word "die Zivilisation" comes from the Latin 'civilis,' meaning 'relating to citizens.' It was adopted into German to describe the state of being civilized or the development of organized human societies. Did you know? The term originally highlighted the contrast between urban life and rural or barbaric conditions.
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