This is the 3350th most frequent Catalan word.
arrels
Roots.
Here, 'arrels' refers to the roots of trees, showcasing its literal meaning in the context of botany.
Les arrels dels arbres són molt profundes.
The roots of the trees are very deep.
In this sentence, 'arrels' is used metaphorically to signify origins or heritage, focusing on cultural belonging.
Em vaig reconnectar amb les meves arrels culturals.
I reconnected with my cultural roots.
'Arrels' here metaphorically represents origins or fundamental principles, tracing conceptual evolution.