No. 7,666 in Catalan
canalitzar
To direct or channel something into a particular path or system.
In a sentence
Hem de canalitzar l'energia cap a activitats productives.
We must channel the energy towards productive activities.
In this sentence, 'canalitzar' is used metaphorically to mean directing or guiding efforts or energy effectively.
Per gestionar l'aigua, cal canalitzar-la cap als dipòsits.
To manage the water, it needs to be channeled towards the reservoirs.
Here, 'canalitzar' is employed literally, referring to directing water using physical channels.
Intento canalitzar les meves emocions per ser més constructiu.
I try to channel my emotions to be more constructive.
In this instance, 'canalitzar' is utilized to describe the act of managing emotional responses in a positive or productive direction.
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