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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