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espansione

expansion

noun eh-span-SYOH-neh Less Common

Origin: From Latin expansionem, a spreading out.

Also means

growth

Usage Note

Espansione (f.) is used in economic (espansione economica), geographical, and technological contexts. The plural is regular: le espansioni. It pairs naturally with verbs like favorire (to foster) and frenare (to curb), making it a staple of political-economic writing.

Examples

"L'espansione dell'azienda è rapida."

Natural Translation

The company's expansion is rapid.

Literal Translation

The-expansion of-the-company is rapid.

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