French Dictionary

colonisation

/kɔ.lɔ.ni.za.sjɔ̃/

colonisation

noun feminine B2

Definition

The process by which a country establishes political and economic control over a foreign territory, often displacing or dominating indigenous populations.

Définition en français

Processus par lequel une puissance étrangère établit sa domination politique, économique et culturelle sur un territoire, souvent au détriment des populations locales.

Example Sentence

La colonisation de l'Afrique par les puissances européennes au XIXe siècle a eu des conséquences durables sur le continent.

The colonisation of Africa by European powers in the 19th century had lasting consequences for the continent.

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Often used in historical and political contexts with critical connotations. The related adjective is 'colonial' and the verb is 'coloniser'.

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