No. 10,779 in Spanish
desarraigo
"Desarraigo" means uprooting or displacement, often referring to separation from one's native place or cultural roots.
In a sentence
El desarraigo cultural es un tema frecuente en la literatura de migrantes.
Cultural uprooting is a frequent topic in migrant literature.
Here, 'desarraigo' is used to refer to the separation from one's cultural roots, often experienced by individuals moving to different countries.
El proceso de desarraigo puede ser emocionalmente desafiante para los refugiados.
The process of uprooting can be emotionally challenging for refugees.
In this sentence, 'desarraigo' describes the process or experience of being uprooted, emphasizing the emotional and psychological aspects of such change.
Al enfrentar el desarraigo de su hogar, muchas familias buscan mantener sus tradiciones vivas.
When facing the uprooting from their home, many families strive to keep their traditions alive.
Here, 'desarraigo' is used to describe the state of being removed from one's home, highlighting the physical and emotional impact on families.
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