La urbanización
Example: La urbanización creció rápidamente después de la Segunda Guerra Mundial.
Definition
"La urbanización" refers to the process by which rural areas are transformed into urban ones, involving the growth and development of towns and cities. It often includes the expansion of infrastructure, housing, and services, as seen in the rapid growth after World War II.
Etymology
The word "la urbanización" comes from the Spanish root "urbano," meaning 'urban' or 'related to cities,' which itself derives from the Latin word 'urbanus.' The suffix '-ización' indicates a process or action, so "la urbanización" literally means 'the process of making something urban.' Did you know that the term became especially popular during the 20th century as cities expanded rapidly?
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"La urbanización" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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