cirici

This is the 5435th most frequent Catalan word.


cirici

The Catalan word "cirici" means "light frost" or "hoarfrost" in English.


Here, 'cirici' is used to denote a cool or chilly temperature, commonly occurring early in the day.

Al matí, hi havia un cirici que feia tremolar.

In the morning, there was a chill that made one shiver.


In this context, 'cirici' indicates the characteristic coldness of the nighttime, emphasizing its perceptible nature.

Quan entra el cirici de la nit, cal abrigar-se bé.

When the chill of the night sets in, one must dress warmly.


Here, 'cirici' is used metaphorically to describe an abstract feeling of unease or coldness, often related to emotions.

El poema descriu el cirici de les emocions desconegudes.

The poem describes the chill of unfamiliar emotions.