This is the 5532nd most frequent Catalan word.
cursa
"Race" or "course."
Here, 'cursa' refers to a sporting event where individuals compete in speed or endurance.
Va participar en una cursa d'atletisme.
He participated in an athletics race.
In this context, 'cursa' metaphorically represents a competition or effort to achieve a certain goal.
La cursa cap al poder polític és cada vegada més ferotge.
The race for political power is increasingly fierce.
Here, 'cursa' identifies a planned event, typically involving running, to raise funds for a cause.