No. 1,348 in Catalan
canvia
"Canvia" means "changes" or "modifies" in English.
In a sentence
El temps canvia ràpidament a la primavera.
The weather changes quickly in spring.
In this sentence, 'canvia' means 'changes' and is used to indicate an alteration or variation occurring in the subject ('el temps').
És important que no es canvia la data de l'examen.
It is important that the exam date is not changed.
Here, 'canvia' reflects the subjunctive form conveying the action of changing in a desired or hypothetical context.
Quan et canviares el vestit, comencem la festa.
When you change your dress, we'll start the party.
In this context, 'canvia' refers to the personal action of changing attire, indicative of a planned or suggested activity.
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