La desigualtat
Example: La desigualtat social afecta moltes comunitats vulnerables avui dia.
Definition
"La desigualtat" refers to the state or condition where there is an uneven distribution of resources, opportunities, or treatment among people or groups, often leading to social or economic disadvantages for some. It highlights differences in status or condition within a society.
Etymology
The term "la desigualtat" comes from the Catalan prefix 'des-' meaning 'lack' or 'opposite,' combined with 'igualtat,' meaning 'equality.' It literally translates to 'inequality,' indicating the absence of equality. Did you know that its roots trace back to Latin 'aequalitas,' meaning 'equal state'?
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"La desigualtat" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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