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civilisations

Pronunciation: [sɪvɪlaɪˈzeɪʃənz]

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Learn how to use civilisations in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “society”

(noun) civilisations are large groups of people who live together in a structured way, with their own culture, government, and way of life. Think of how we have different countries and cities, each with its own traditions and rules.

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Ancient Egyptian and Mayan civilisations built amazing pyramids and had rich cultures.

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Not all civilisations lasted forever; some fell apart due to wars or other problems.

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What are some characteristics that make a civilisation different from a simple village?

Context: “history”

(noun) this meaning focuses on the study of different civilisations throughout time. It looks at how they grew, changed, and influenced each other.

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Studying ancient civilisations helps us understand how people lived and thought in the past.

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Ignoring the lessons from ancient civilisations can lead to repeating their mistakes.

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Which civilisations have had the most impact on our current society?

How to pronounce civilisations

Pronunciation: [sɪvɪlaɪˈzeɪʃənz]

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