modernización
“modernización” means “modernization” in Spanish (the process of updating something).
modernization
Also: upgrading, update
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La modernización de la oficina terminó ayer.
A2The modernization of the office finished yesterday.
El gobierno anunció un plan de modernización del transporte público.
B1The government announced a plan for the modernization of public transport.
Sin una modernización constante, las empresas pierden competitividad.
B2Without constant modernization, companies lose their competitive edge.
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What is the correct plural form of 'modernización'?
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From the verb 'modernizar', which comes from the word 'moderno' (from Latin 'modernus', meaning 'just now'), combined with the ending '-ción' which is used to turn actions into nouns.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does modernización only refer to technology?
No, it can refer to buildings, laws, habits, or even the way a business is managed.
Is it different from 'renovación'?
They are close, but 'renovación' (renovation) usually means making something old look new again, while 'modernización' means adding current technology or features that didn't exist before.
How do I say 'to modernize'?
The verb is 'modernizar'. For example: 'Necesitamos modernizar la casa' (We need to modernize the house).