feminismo

/femiˈnismo/
nounIntermediate
formal

A social, political, and cultural movement advocating for women's rights and gender equality, challenging patriarchal structures and advocating for women's empowerment.

El feminismo ha logrado avances significativos en la legislación laboral.

Feminism has achieved significant advances in labor legislation.

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Feminism encompasses various waves and branches, including intersectional feminism, which addresses overlapping systems of discrimination.

Academic

A theoretical framework analyzing gender roles, power dynamics, and societal structures through a gendered lens.

El curso de estudios de género examina el feminismo desde una perspectiva histórica.

The gender studies course examines feminism from a historical perspective.

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This definition is often used in academic and theoretical contexts.

Collocations

feminismo de cuarta olafourth-wave feminismfeminismo interseccionalintersectional feminismfeminismo liberalliberal feminism

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Related Phrases

la lucha feministaphrase
the feminist struggle
romper el techo de cristalphrase
break the glass ceiling

💡Pro Tip

Context Matters

The meaning of 'feminismo' can vary depending on whether it is used in a social, political, or academic context.

Gold Rule

Avoid Generalizations

Feminism is not a monolithic movement; it includes diverse perspectives and approaches.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the French 'féminisme,' which itself comes from the Latin 'femina' (woman) and the suffix '-ismo' (ideology or movement).

📝Usage Notes

The term 'feminismo' is often used in both formal and informal contexts, though its specific connotations may vary depending on the branch of feminism being discussed.

Word Breakdown

femini-
related to women
root
+
-ismo
ideology or movement
suffix
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