La hambruna
Example: La hambruna en el siglo XIX causó muchas muertes.
Definition
"La hambruna" refers to an extreme scarcity of food in a region or country, resulting in widespread hunger, malnutrition, and often death. It is typically caused by factors like crop failure, war, or economic crises, severely affecting large populations over a period of time.
Etymology
The word "la hambruna" comes from the Spanish noun 'hambre' meaning hunger, combined with the suffix '-una' which emphasizes an extreme state. Its roots trace back to the Latin word 'fame' meaning hunger. Did you know? The term gained prominence in historical contexts to describe devastating famines impacting entire societies.
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"La hambruna" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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