No. 6,817 in Spanish
cártel
A "cártel" is a criminal organization or syndicate, often involved in drug trafficking or illegal activities.
In a sentence
El cártel comercial regula los precios de los productos en el mercado.
The trade cartel regulates product prices in the market.
It refers to an organization of producers or suppliers formed to maintain prices at a high level.
El cártel de drogas opera principalmente en el norte del país.
The drug cartel operates mainly in the northern region of the country.
It alludes to a criminal organization involved in the trafficking of illegal substances.
En la esquina vi un cártel anunciando un concierto próximo.
On the corner, I saw a poster advertising an upcoming concert.
Here, it denotes a poster or sign used for advertisement or information.
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