No. 344 in Catalan
cultura
The Catalan word "cultura" means "culture" in English, referring to the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or group.
In a sentence
La cultura catalana és rica en tradicions i històries.
Catalan culture is rich in traditions and stories.
This use of 'cultura' refers to the collective customs, beliefs, and practices of the Catalan people.
Aprendre música és una forma d'enriquir la nostra cultura personal.
Learning music is a way to enrich our personal culture.
Here 'cultura' is used to describe personal intellectual and artistic development.
El museu organitza activitats per promoure la cultura a la comunitat.
The museum organizes activities to promote culture in the community.
In this case, 'cultura' denotes the spread and encouragement of community-wide artistic and intellectual engagement.
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