La recesión
Example: La recesión afectó gravemente la economía durante varios años.
Definition
"La recesión" refers to a period of economic decline characterized by a decrease in GDP, reduced industrial activity, and rising unemployment, often lasting several months or years, which negatively impacts the overall economy and living standards.
Etymology
The term "la recesión" comes from the Latin word 'recessio,' meaning a going back or withdrawal. It entered Spanish to describe economic downturns, reflecting a backward movement in economic activity. Did you know? The word is related to 'recede,' emphasizing the falling away of growth.
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"La recesión" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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