No. 2,979 in Catalan
greuge
"Greuge" means grievance or offense in English.
In a sentence
Ell va sentir un greu greuge contra la seva família.
He felt a serious grievance against his family.
In this sentence, 'greuge' signifies a deep sense of grievance or injustice. It emphasizes a personal or emotional affront experienced by the subject.
El govern va prometre reparar el greuge històric sofert per la comunitat.
The government promised to address the historical grievance suffered by the community.
Here, 'greuge' is used to describe a historical injustice or wrong endured by a group, indicating broader societal issues.
Les queixes constants poden provocar greuges en les relacions.
Constant complaints can cause grievances in relationships.
In this instance, 'greuge' refers to a minor or accumulating grievance arising in interpersonal contexts, showcasing its utility in everyday relational dynamics.
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