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distanciamiento
/dis.tan.sjaˈmjen.to/
social distancing
El gobierno recomendó el distanciamiento para prevenir la propagación del virus.
The government recommended social distancing to prevent the spread of the virus.
formal
The practice of maintaining physical distance from others to reduce the spread of infectious diseases, especially during outbreaks or pandemics.
El distanciamiento social es crucial para proteger a los más vulnerables.
Social distancing is crucial to protect the most vulnerable.
Often used in public health contexts, especially during pandemics.
Collocations
distanciamiento socialsocial distancing
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Common Usage
In Spanish, 'distanciamiento' is often used interchangeably with 'distancia social,' though the latter is more common in formal contexts.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb 'distanciar' (to distance) + the suffix '-miento' (indicating action or result).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in health and public safety contexts, especially during outbreaks. Can also refer to emotional distancing in psychological contexts.
Word Breakdown
distanciar
to distance
root-miento
action or result
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