No. 8,865 in Catalan
estreta
The Catalan word "estreta" translates to "narrow" or "tight" in English.
In a sentence
La carretera és molt estreta.
The road is very narrow.
In this sentence, 'estreta' is used as an adjective describing a physical characteristic, indicating that the road has a small width.
Hem d'establir una estreta col·laboració.
We must establish a close collaboration.
Here, 'estreta' metaphorically means 'close', describing the quality of the collaboration.
Porta un vestit molt estret que li queda perfecte.
They are wearing a very tight dress that fits them perfectly.
In this example, 'estret'—appearing here in its masculine singular form—describes a piece of clothing that fits snugly, reflecting its dimension.
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