No. 1,099 in Catalan
cúpula
"Dome" or "cupola."
In a sentence
La cúpula de la catedral té una arquitectura impressionant.
The dome of the cathedral has an impressive architecture.
Here, 'cúpula' refers to a dome, an architectural term describing a rounded roof structure.
La cúpula del partit va decidir canviar l'estratègia.
The party leadership decided to change the strategy.
In this sentence, 'cúpula' is used metaphorically to describe the highest-ranking members of an organization.
Hem pintat la cúpula de blau cel durant la restauració.
We painted the dome sky blue during the restoration.
Again, 'cúpula' refers to a dome, emphasizing its aesthetic and physical properties.
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