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Catalan frequency list

No. 138 in Catalan

ben

The Catalan word "ben" means "well" or "very" in English, depending on context.

In a sentence

  • He fet la feina ben de pressa.

    I did the work very quickly.

    Here, 'ben' is used as an intensifier meaning 'very', modifying the adverb phrase 'de pressa' (quickly).

  • Estic ben content de veure't.

    I am truly happy to see you.

    In this sentence, 'ben' denotes a sense of genuine or complete satisfaction, providing emphasis to the adjective 'content' (happy).

  • Cal fer-ho ben aviat.

    It needs to be done as soon as possible.

    Here, 'ben' strengthens the adverb 'aviat' (soon), expressing urgency.

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