colonialism
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colonialism
A policy or practice in which a state gains political control over another country, occupies it, and exploits it economically. It is a concept from history and politics.
Die Aufarbeitung der Geschichte des Kolonialismus ist für viele Nationen bis heute ein wichtiges Thema.
Coming to terms with the history of colonialism remains an important issue for many nations today.
The ending '-ismus' (-ism) is used in German for many political, social, or philosophical systems and ideologies. 'Kolonialismus' (colonialism) is derived from the word 'Kolonie' (colony) and describes the corresponding historical system.
Andere Wörter mit dieser Endung sind Kapitalismus, Sozialismus oder Feminismus.
Other words with this ending are capitalism, socialism, or feminism.
'Kolonialismus' (colonialism) is a technical term from history and the social sciences. It is mainly used in academic, political, or historical discussions.
In der Universität gab es ein Seminar über die Auswirkungen des Kolonialismus.
At the university, there was a seminar on the effects of colonialism.
Common word combinations are 'die Geschichte des Kolonialismus' (the history of colonialism), 'die Folgen des Kolonialismus' (the consequences of colonialism), and 'den Kolonialismus aufarbeiten' (to come to terms with colonialism).
Die Folgen des Kolonialismus sind in vielen Ländern bis heute spürbar.
The consequences of colonialism can still be felt in many countries today.
imperialism
Imperialismus and Kolonialismus refer to the expansion of state power. Kolonialismus specifically means the control, occupation, and exploitation of another country. Imperialismus is broader and also applies to political, military, or economic expansion of power without direct occupation.
Der Staat besetzte das andere Land und beutete es im Rahmen des Kolonialismus wirtschaftlich aus.
The state occupied the other country and economically exploited it as part of colonialism.
Der Staat übte durch politischen und wirtschaftlichen Druck Imperialismus aus, ohne das andere Land zu besetzen.
The state practiced imperialism through political and economic pressure without occupying the other country.
