No. 3,526 in Catalan
lázaro
In Catalan, "lázaro" refers to a person who is poor, sick, or considered a beggar, referencing the biblical figure Lazarus.
In a sentence
En aquell moment, es va aixecar com un lázaro.
At that moment, he rose like a Lazarus.
Here, 'lázaro' is used metaphorically, referring to someone who unexpectedly comes back to life, drawing on the biblical story of Lazarus.
A l'obra teatral, el personatge d'en Lázaro té un paper clau.
In the theatrical play, the character of Lazarus plays a key role.
In this case, 'Lázaro' is a proper noun, referencing a specific character, possibly related to the biblical figure or another context.
Com llasquines d'un projecció lluminosa, cantar com Lázaro al viure altre cop.
Like shards of a luminous projection, singing like Lazarus while living again.
Here, 'Lázaro' symbolizes renewal or revival, as used poetically in a broader context.
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