industria
“industria” means “industry” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
industry
Also: manufacturing, business
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La industria automotriz genera millones de empleos.
A2The automotive industry generates millions of jobs.
Necesitamos invertir más en industria pesada.
B1We need to invest more in heavy industry (manufacturing).
La industria del cine en México está creciendo mucho.
B2The film industry in Mexico is growing rapidly.
diligence
Also: skill
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Demostró gran industria al reparar el motor él mismo.
C1He showed great skill/ingenuity in repairing the engine himself.
Gracias a su industria, la familia prosperó.
B2Thanks to their diligence/hard work, the family prospered.
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Quick Quiz: industria
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'industria' in its less common meaning of 'skill' or 'diligence'?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin *industria*, meaning 'diligence, activity, or hard work.' The modern meaning referring to the economic sector (manufacturing) only developed later, in the 18th century, based on the original idea of organized human effort.
First recorded: 13th century (in Spanish)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'industria' always feminine?
Yes, 'industria' is a feminine noun, regardless of which meaning you are using. You must use 'la' or 'una' before it.
What is the difference between 'industria' and 'negocio'?
'Industria' refers specifically to the large-scale production, manufacturing, or a whole economic sector (like the mining industry). 'Negocio' is a broader term meaning 'business' or 'deal,' referring to commercial activity in general.