No. 2,277 in Spanish
paro
"Paro" in Spanish can mean "strike" (work stoppage) or "unemployment," depending on context.
In a sentence
El país atraviesa un paro nacional debido a las protestas.
The country is experiencing a national strike due to the protests.
In this context, 'paro' refers to a strike or temporary cessation of work or activity.
El paro de la máquina detuvo la producción en la fábrica.
The shutdown of the machine stopped production in the factory.
Here, 'paro' is used to denote a stoppage or cessation, often referring to machinery or functionality.
El índice de paro juvenil ha incrementado este año.
The youth unemployment rate has risen this year.
In this sentence, 'paro' is used to indicate unemployment, particularly in demographic or statistical contexts.
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