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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