No. 993 in Catalan
carretera
"Carretera" means "road" or "highway" in English.
In a sentence
La carretera principal connecta les dues ciutats.
The main road connects the two cities.
Used to refer to a main road for vehicles between two locations.
Hem de tenir precaució mentre conduïm per la carretera.
We must be cautious while driving on the road.
Refers to a general road used by vehicles, emphasizing safety concerns.
Han construït una nova carretera al costat del riu.
They have built a new road next to the river.
Indicates the construction of a new transportation pathway.
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