Definition

A group of people who have spread out from their original homeland, often referring to Jews living outside of Israel, or any similar scattering of a community or culture.

Example

The diaspora of the Jewish people has led to diverse cultures and traditions around the world.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the Jewish diaspora and its history?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they spread across different countries.

I read that the diaspora influenced many cultures around the world.

Absolutely, it shows how interconnected we all are.

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Root Explanation

Diaspora is formed from the Greek "dia-" (meaning through or across) and "sperien" (meaning to scatter or disperse). The term originally referred to the scattering of people from their homeland, particularly the Jewish communities outside of Israel.

Memory Tip

Think of people being 'scattered' ('sperien') 'across' ('dia-') different places, which helps you remember that 'diaspora' refers to a community living away from their original homeland.

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