La tribu
Example: La tribu vit ensemble dans la forêt depuis des siècles.
Definition
"La tribu" refers to a social group consisting of families or communities that share common customs, traditions, and often a common ancestor, typically living together and cooperating closely in a defined territory. For example, "La tribu vit ensemble dans la forêt depuis des siècles."
Etymology
The term "la tribu" comes from the Latin word 'tribus,' originally used in ancient Rome to describe one of the three divisions of the Roman people. Over time, it evolved to mean a group of people connected by common bonds, especially kinship and shared culture, which is the sense used today.
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