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“segregation” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/seɣɾeɣaˈθjon/

Example

La segregación racial fue abolida.

Racial segregation was abolished.

Illustration for segregación (segregation)

How to say “segregation” in Spanish

“Segregation” in Spanish is segregación.

A social barrier that isolates one group from others.

Full entry for segregación: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with segregación

Hoy seguimos debatiendo la segregación social en muchas ciudades.

Today we continue to debate social segregation in many cities.

Tips for using segregación

  • Used mainly in legal, historical, and political contexts; in casual speech speakers often choose separación or aislamiento for a less charged term.

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