This is the 2779th most frequent French word.
colonisation
The act of establishing control over and settling in a foreign territory.
This sentence utilizes 'colonisation' metaphorically to describe the spread and integration of concepts or ideologies within a larger cultural context.
La colonisation des idées dans la culture moderne montre son influence durable.
The colonization of ideas in modern culture shows its lasting influence.
In this sentence, 'colonisation' refers to the historical process where certain nations established control over territories and populations abroad, primarily for economic and strategic purposes.
La colonisation de l'Amérique a commencé au XVIe siècle.
The colonization of America began in the 16th century.
Here, 'colonisation' is used in a broader sense to indicate settlement or occupancy of lands, emphasizing human activity to cultivate and utilize resources efficiently.