No. 8,543 in Catalan

dèria

An obsessive passion, craze, or fixation.

In a sentence

Té la dèria de col·leccionar sobres de sucre.
He has a craze for collecting sugar packets.
The word "dèria" here implies an enthusiasm or obsession for a particular hobby or activity.
Aquella idea que té és només una dèria passatgera.
That idea he has is just a passing craze.
In this context, "dèria" refers to a temporary interest or caprice that is not necessarily long-lasting.
La seva dèria per l'ordre el porta a ser molt meticulós.
His obsession with order makes him very meticulous.
Here, "dèria" conveys a passionate fixation or strong dedication to maintaining order and organization.

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