Socialismo (en. Socialism)

/so.θjaˈlismo/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Political and economic doctrine that advocates for the collective ownership of goods.
Socialism proposes that natural resources belong to everyone.
El socialismo propone que los recursos naturales sean de todos.
A system that favors state intervention in the economy.
In a socialist regime, the state plays a crucial role in the economy.
En un régimen socialista, el Estado tiene un papel crucial en la economía.
A political movement that seeks to transform society by equating rights and opportunities.
Socialism seeks to eliminate class differences among citizens.
El socialismo busca eliminar las diferencias de clase entre los ciudadanos.

Etymology

From the French 'socialisme', which comes from 'social'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

democratic socialism
A form of socialism that adopts democratic methods in its political practice.
socialismo democrático
real socialism
Reference to the socialist systems that have existed in various countries, especially in Eastern Europe.
socialismo real
utopian socialism
A version of socialism based on the idea of creating an ideal society.
socialismo utópico

Related Words

social
Related to the coexistence and relationships among individuals in a society.
social
society
A group of individuals organized and related to each other.
sociedad
capitalism
An economic system based on private ownership and market freedom.
capitalismo

Slang Meanings

Soci
In some political circles, socialism is called 'soci' for short.
En algunos círculos políticos, el socialismo se llama 'soci' para abreviar.
Soso
Some criticize socialism by calling it 'soso' due to its focus on equality.
Algunos critican al socialismo llamándolo 'soso' por su enfoque en la igualdad.