No. 4,287 in Catalan
fractura
"Fractura" in Catalan means "fracture" in English, referring to a break or crack, typically in a bone or object.
In a sentence
La fractura del braç li va impedir competir en el torneig.
The fracture of the arm prevented him from competing in the tournament.
Here, "fractura" is used in a medical context referring to a physical break or fracture in a bone.
La crisi econòmica ha causat una fractura en la societat.
The economic crisis has caused a fracture in society.
In this sentence, "fractura" is metaphorically applied to describe a divide or disruption within society caused by economic issues.
La fractura del cristall va ser causada pel cop fort.
The fracture in the glass was caused by the strong impact.
This usage of "fractura" refers to a physical break or shatter in a material such as glass.
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