El control de aduanas
Example: El control de aduanas fue estricto en el aeropuerto internacional.
Definition
"El control de aduanas" refers to the customs checkpoint at borders or airports where officials inspect travelers' goods and documents to enforce regulations on imports, exports, and prohibited items. It ensures compliance with laws and prevents illegal trade or smuggling.
Etymology
The phrase "el control de aduanas" combines 'control,' from Latin 'contrarotulare,' meaning to check or regulate, and 'aduanas,' from Arabic 'al-duwan,' meaning a register or office. It reflects the historical influence of Arabic on Spanish and the function of customs as a regulatory checkpoint.
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"El control de aduanas" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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