Usage Note
Emergente describes something that is rising, coming into prominence, or newly developing — as in mercado emergente (emerging market) or economía emergente. It is invariable for gender and forms its plural with -s. Do not confuse with de emergencia (emergency), which is a different construction.
Examples
"Los mercados emergentes crecen con rapidez."
Natural Translation
Emerging markets are growing quickly.

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