No. 7,234 in Catalan

altures

"Heights" or "elevations."

In a sentence

Estàvem caminant per les altures de la muntanya.
We were walking through the heights of the mountain.
In this sentence, 'altures' refers to an elevated area or heights above sea level. It is used literally to describe the high altitude of a mountainous location.
A les altures de la seva carrera, va assolir grans èxits.
At the heights of his career, he achieved great successes.
Here, 'altures' is used metaphorically to describe the peak or high point of one's career, indicating success or prominence.
Les altures han estat sempre un lloc fascinant per a mi.
The heights have always been a fascinating place for me.
In this context, 'altures' is used to refer to elevated areas in general, pointing to the fascination or attraction one feels for high places.

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