No. 3,339 in Catalan
aires
The Catalan word "aires" means "airs" or "breezes" in English.
In a sentence
Vaig obrir la finestra per deixar entrar els aires frescos del mati.
I opened the window to let in the fresh morning air.
The word 'aires' refers to the fresh morning air, indicating the physical phenomenon of the atmosphere.
Té uns aires molt elegants quan entra a la sala.
He has a very elegant demeanor when entering the room.
The word 'aires' is used metaphorically to describe the elegant bearing or attitude of a person.
Últimament, sembla que té aires de superioritat.
Lately, he seems to have an air of superiority.
The word 'aires' is employed figuratively to indicate a perceived attitude or manner, specifically one of superiority.
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