expansion
Significado: The action of becoming larger or more extensive; growth
Expansion refers to the process of increasing in size, scope, or extent. It can describe physical growth (the expansion of metal when heated), business growth (global expansion), or the widening of something abstract (expansion of knowledge). Economic expansion refers to growth in economic activity. The opposite is contraction.
Ejemplos
- The company is planning a major expansion into Asia. 公司正计划大规模向亚洲扩张。La empresa está planeando una gran expansión hacia Asia.会社はアジアへの大規模な進出を計画しています。회사는 아시아로의 대규모 진출을 계획하고 있다.
- Metal undergoes expansion when heated. 金属受热会膨胀。El metal experimenta expansión cuando se calienta.金属は加熱すると膨張します。금속은 가열하면 팽창한다.
- The expansion of the railway network improved transport. 铁路网络的扩展改善了交通。La expansión de la red ferroviaria mejoró el transporte.鉄道網の拡大により輸送が改善されました。철도망의 확장으로 교통이 개선되었다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Late Latin 'expansionem' meaning 'a spreading out', from Latin 'expandere' (to spread out, unfold), from 'ex-' (out) + 'pandere' (to spread, stretch). Related to 'expand', 'pace' (a step), and 'compass'.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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