No. 160 in Catalan
empreses
"Empreses" in Catalan means "companies" or "businesses" in English.
In a sentence
Les empreses juguen un paper clau en l'economia.
Companies play a key role in the economy.
Here, 'empreses' refers to business entities or organizations, typically known as 'companies' in English.
Les empreses d'aquest autor sempre són emocionants.
The endeavors of this author are always exciting.
In this instance, 'empreses' takes on a metaphorical meaning, referring to 'projects' or 'ventures' an individual engages in.
Hem d'aprendre de les empreses històriques dels nostres avantpassats.
We must learn from the historical undertakings of our ancestors.
Here, 'empreses' denotes significant deeds or undertakings, often of a historical or grand nature.
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