This is the 8820th most frequent Catalan word.
esquerdes
"Esquerdes" means "cracks" or "fissures" in English.
Here, 'esquerdes' refers to physical cracks observed in the wall, showcasing its common use for structural damage or fissures.
He vist esquerdes a la paret després del terratrèmol.
I saw cracks on the wall after the earthquake.
In this context, 'esquerdes' is used metaphorically to describe weakening trust or self-assurance, illustrating the figurative application of the term.
Les esquerdes en la seva confiança van començar a fer-se evidents.
The cracks in his confidence began to become evident.
Here, 'esquerdes' depicts physical gaps or imperfections in the road's surface, emphasizing its use for visible faults or damages in materials.