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No. 8,340 in Catalan

desil

"Desil" means "tenacity" or "perseverance" in English.

In a sentence

  • El paisatge era desil i tranquil, perfecte per reflexionar.

    The landscape was bleak and tranquil, perfect for reflecting.

    Here, 'desil' is used as an adjective describing the landscape as sparse or bleak, emphasizing its tranquil nature.

  • La novel·la té un estil desil que arriba al cor.

    The novel has a sparse style that touches the heart.

    In this example, 'desil' characterizes the style of the novel, suggesting a minimalistic or stark approach to its narrative.

  • Després del desastre, la ciutat semblava desil i buida.

    After the disaster, the city seemed bleak and empty.

    Here, 'desil' again describes the city's appearance post-disaster, conveying feelings of emptiness and desolation.

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