Part of Speech: Noun, adjective
Phonetic Transcription: /sub.desa.rro.ˈʎa.ðo/
Meanings and Usage: "Subdesarrollado" in Spanish means underdeveloped. It is commonly used to describe countries, regions, or areas that lack technological advancements, economic prosperity, or social progress. This term is more frequently used in written context or formal discussions rather than in casual oral speech. It is an important term in the field of economics, sociology, and international relations.
Verb Tense Forms (if applicable): - Present: subdesarrollo - Present participle/gerund: subdesarrollando - Past: subdesarrollado - Future: subdesarrollará
Examples in Sentences: 1. Muchos países en desarrollo luchan por superar el estado subdesarrollado en el que se encuentran. (Many developing countries struggle to overcome the underdeveloped state they are in.) 2. El continente africano tiene muchas regiones subdesarrolladas que necesitan apoyo internacional. (The African continent has many underdeveloped regions that need international support.)
Idiomatic Expressions: "Subdesarrollado" is not typically part of idiomatic expressions in Spanish.
Etymology: The word "subdesarrollado" comes from the prefix "sub-" meaning under or below, and "desarrollado" which comes from the verb "desarrollar" meaning to develop. Therefore, "subdesarrollado" refers to something that is underdeveloped or lacking development.
Synonyms: - Atrasado (Delayed) - Empobrecido (Impoverished) - Subordinado (Subordinated)
Antonyms: - Desarrollado (Developed) - Avanzado (Advanced) - Próspero (Prosperous)