No. 5,228 in Catalan
beç
"Beç" is an obsolete Catalan word meaning "blemish" or "flaw."
In a sentence
En aquest beç del camí, gira cap a l'esquerra.
At this deviation of the path, turn left.
The word 'beç' is used here to indicate a spot of change or crossing between paths.
L'hort va tenir un bon beç aquest any, ple de collites boniques.
The garden had a good turn this year, full of beautiful crops.
'Beç' denotes in this sentence a turn or occurrence, metaphorically describing a fruitful period for the garden.
Va superar cadascun dels beços de la seva vida amb valentia.
He overcame each of the trials of his life with bravery.
Finally, 'beç' is used here to refer to challenges or turning points in a person's life.
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