La burguesía
Example: La burguesía tuvo un papel importante en la Revolución Industrial.
Definition
"La burguesía" refers to the social class that emerged during the late Middle Ages and became prominent in the Industrial Revolution, consisting mainly of merchants, industrialists, and professionals who owned capital and played a significant role in economic and political affairs.
Etymology
The word "la burguesía" originates from the Old French term 'burgeis,' meaning an inhabitant of a town or borough. It evolved to describe the middle class, especially those involved in commerce and industry. Did you know that its roots are linked to the word 'bourg,' which means a fortified town?
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"La burguesía" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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