Translation
global, overall
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Word origin
From globo ('globe, sphere'), from Latin globus ('round mass, sphere'). The sense 'worldwide' developed from the idea of the whole globe.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- globus
- English cognates
- global, globe
Grammar
Examples
climático .
Climate change is a global problem.
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We need an overall view of the situation.
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The global economy keeps growing little by little.
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The overall cost of the project was very high.
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Many global companies have offices in this city.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 31, lesson 10: global, desaparición, operar and 7 more words.