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francesa
The Catalan word "francesa" means "French" (feminine form).
In a sentence
La cuina francesa és molt sofisticada.
French cuisine is very sophisticated.
Here, 'francesa' is an adjective describing 'cuina' (cuisine), indicating the nationality or style of cuisine.
El meu amic parla francesa amb fluïdesa.
My friend speaks French fluently.
In this sentence, 'francesa' functions as a noun referring to the French language.
Vaig conèixer una noia francesa ahir al vespre.
I met a French girl last evening.
Here, 'francesa' is used as an adjective describing 'noia' (girl), denoting her nationality.
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