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Italian

civilizzazione

/tʃiviliddzaˈtsjoːne/noun · feminineC2
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Meaning

civilization

  • the historical or social process of cultural and institutional development
  • an advanced stage of human society and culture

In a sentence

Il processo di civilizzazione richiede secoli di riforme giuridiche e sociali condivise.

The process of civilization requires centuries of shared legal and social reforms.

La presunta civilizzazione delle colonie fu spesso un pretesto per lo sfruttamento.

The supposed civilizing of the colonies was often a pretext for exploitation.

Quali elementi definiscono realmente il livello di civilizzazione di un popolo?

Which elements truly define the level of civilization of a people?

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
civilizzazionefeminine · singular
civilizzazionifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Often interchangeable with 'civiltà', but 'civilizzazione' emphasizes the active process of advancement over time.

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