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turismofobia
/tu.ɾiz.moˈfo.βja/
fear or hostility toward tourists
La turismofobia ha aumentado en ciudades como Barcelona y Venecia.
Turismophobia has increased in cities like Barcelona and Venice.
sociology
A social phenomenon characterized by resentment, hostility, or fear toward tourists, often due to perceived negative impacts on local communities, such as overcrowding, rising living costs, or cultural disruption.
Los residentes locales protestaron contra la turismofobia en el centro de la ciudad.
Local residents protested against turismophobia in the city center.
This term is often discussed in urban studies and sociology, particularly in cities experiencing rapid tourism growth.
Collocations
aumento de la turismofobiaincrease in turismophobiaprotestas por turismofobiaprotests against turismophobia
Antonyms
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Pro Tip
Contextual Usage
Use 'turismofobia' when discussing social tensions between locals and tourists in urban settings.
Gold Rule
Avoid Misinterpretation
Do not confuse 'turismofobia' with general dislike of tourists; it specifically refers to systemic social and economic tensions.
Word Origin
From Spanish 'turismo' (tourism) + 'fobia' (phobia), reflecting a growing social phenomenon in urban areas.
Usage Notes
The term is often used in discussions about urban planning, gentrification, and the social impact of mass tourism.
Word Breakdown
turismo
tourism
rootfobia
phobia
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