agrario
“agrario” means “agrarian” in Spanish (related to land ownership and social structure).
agrarian, agricultural
Also: land-related
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La reforma agraria permitió que muchos campesinos tuvieran su propia tierra.
B1The land reform allowed many farmers to have their own land.
El sector agrario es fundamental para la economía de este país.
B1The agricultural sector is fundamental for this country's economy.
Existen leyes agrarias que protegen los derechos de los trabajadores.
B2There are land laws that protect workers' rights.
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Which of these phrases refers to a government changing land ownership laws?
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From the Latin word 'agrarius,' which comes from 'ager,' meaning field or land.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'agrícola' and 'agrario'?
Think of 'agrícola' as the 'how-to' of farming (tools, techniques, crops) and 'agrario' as the 'who-owns-it' (laws, property, social systems).
Is 'agrario' used in everyday conversation?
Not usually. It's more likely to be heard on the news, in a history class, or read in a newspaper.
Can I use 'agrario' to describe a person?
Rarely. As a noun, it can mean someone who supports land reform, but it is almost always used as an adjective for things like laws or sectors.