industrial
Significado: Related to industry, manufacturing, or factories
Industrial describes things connected to manufacturing, factories, and large-scale production. The 'Industrial Revolution' refers to the major technological and social changes in the 18th-19th centuries. 'Industrial action' is British term for strikes or work stoppages. 'Industry' and 'industrialise' are related forms.
Ejemplos
- The city has a strong industrial heritage. 这座城市有着悠久的工业传统。La ciudad tiene un fuerte patrimonio industrial.この都市には豊かな産業遺産があります。이 도시는 풍부한 산업 유산을 가지고 있습니다.
- Industrial production has increased by 3% this quarter. 本季度工业生产增长了3%。La producción industrial ha aumentado un 3% este trimestre.今四半期の工業生産は3%増加しました。이번 분기 공업 생산이 3% 증가했습니다.
- Workers are threatening industrial action over pay. 工人们威胁要采取罢工行动来争取加薪。Los trabajadores amenazan con acciones industriales por el salario.労働者たちは賃金をめぐってストライキを警告しています。노동자들은 임금 문제로 파업을 경고하고 있습니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From 'industry' plus '-al'. 'Industry' comes from Latin 'industria' meaning 'diligence' or 'activity', from 'industrius' (diligent). The manufacturing sense developed during the Industrial Revolution.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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