Die Industrialisierung



Example: Die Industrialisierung veränderte die Gesellschaft grundlegend im 19. Jahrhundert.

Definition


"Die Industrialisierung" refers to the historical process during which societies transitioned from agrarian economies to industrial ones, characterized by the widespread use of machinery, factory production, and significant social and economic changes, especially in the 19th century.

Etymology


The word "Industrialisierung" comes from the German noun 'Industrie' meaning 'industry,' combined with the suffix '-isierung,' which forms nouns indicating processes or actions. It reflects the transformation brought by the rise of industries, a term that itself originates from Latin 'industria,' meaning diligence or activity.

Learn to use this word actively


"Die Industrialisierung" appears in the Vocaplus list "", containing 198 commonly used words.
Would you like to not only understand these words, but also remember them and use them actively? Create a free account and select German as the language you want to learn.

Create a free account