explotación
“explotación” means “exploitation” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
exploitation, operation
Also: extraction, farming
📝 In Action
La explotación de petróleo en esta zona es muy costosa.
B1The oil extraction in this area is very expensive.
Tienen una pequeña explotación agrícola en el sur.
B1They have a small farm operation in the south.
Debemos asegurar una explotación sostenible de los bosques.
B2We must ensure a sustainable use of the forests.
exploitation
Also: abuse
📝 In Action
Hay leyes estrictas contra la explotación infantil.
B1There are strict laws against child exploitation.
Los sindicatos denuncian la explotación laboral en las fábricas.
B2Unions are denouncing labor exploitation in the factories.
Nadie debería sufrir explotación por su necesidad económica.
C1No one should suffer exploitation because of their economic need.
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Words that translate to "explotación" in Spanish:
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Which sentence refers to labor abuse?
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From the French word 'exploitation', which comes from 'exploiter' (to use or profit from). It ultimately shares roots with the Latin 'explicare', meaning to unfold or develop.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'explotación' mean a bomb went off?
No, that is 'explosión'. Although the verb 'explotar' can mean to explode, the noun for a blast is 'explosión'.
Is 'explotación' always a negative word?
Not always. In business or mining, it can be a neutral term meaning 'operation' or 'utilization'. However, when talking about people, it is almost always negative.
Is 'explotación' masculine or feminine?
It is feminine (la explotación). Words ending in -ción follow this pattern.