Cargos

/ˈkɑrɡoʊz/ noun

Definition

Plural of cargo; multiple loads of goods being transported, especially on ships or aircraft.

Etymology

Standard plural formation of 'cargo' using the -s ending, reflecting the Spanish origin 'cargos' and showing English's tendency toward simplified plurals in modern usage.

Kelly Says

The fight between 'cargos' and 'cargoes' shows English evolving in real-time—younger speakers prefer 'cargos,' which means English is gradually losing its borrowed Spanish plurals!

Ethical Language Guidance

Gender History

Spanish masculine plural for 'positions' or 'offices' reflects historical male dominance in formal roles and leadership; gendered grammar embeds occupational segregation.

Inclusive Usage

When referring to mixed-gender groups in positions, use 'cargos' (grammar permits) but emphasize inclusive hiring: 'cargos ocupados por personas de todos los géneros'.

Inclusive Alternatives

["posiciones","puestos","roles"]

Empowerment Note

Women have been systematically underrepresented in formal cargos; acknowledge this history when discussing leadership and work actively toward equitable representation.

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