This is the 5387th most frequent Catalan word.
castell
"Castell" in Catalan means "castle."
In this sentence, 'castell' refers to a fortress or fortified residence historically used for protection and governance. It is employed in its literal architectural sense.
El castell medieval es troba a la part alta del turó.
The medieval castle is located at the top of the hill.
Here, 'castell' refers metaphorically to the human towers, a cultural and social activity unique to Catalonia and recognized for its tradition.
Els castells són una tradició popular a Catalunya.
Human towers are a popular tradition in Catalonia.
In this context, 'castell' is metaphorically used to express an abundance or ambitious accumulation of ideas, indicating creativity or complexity.