La minoría
Example: La minoría tuvo un papel importante en la historia política.
Definition
"La minoría" refers to a smaller group within a larger population, often distinguished by differing characteristics or opinions. In historical contexts, "la minoría" played an important role by influencing political events despite being outnumbered by the majority.
Etymology
The term "la minoría" comes from the Latin word 'minor', meaning 'smaller'. It entered Spanish to describe a lesser part or number of a whole. Did you know? The concept of a 'minority' has been crucial in history, highlighting how smaller groups can impact societies significantly.
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"La minoría" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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