league

This is the 3510th most frequent Catalan word.


league

The Catalan word "lliga" (league) refers to an association or group united for a common purpose, or a sports competition.


The word 'lliga' in this sentence refers to a sports organization where teams compete with each other, i.e., a league.

M'agrada jugar a la lliga de futbol local.

I like playing in the local football league.


Here, 'lliga' is used metaphorically to denote a comparative level or category in terms of economic status.

Aquestes dues ciutats estan a la mateixa lliga econòmica.

These two cities are in the same economic league.


In this case, 'lliga' refers to a formal association or alliance among individuals or groups.

Al segle XIII es va formar una lliga de comerciants per protegir els seus interessos.

In the 13th century, a league of merchants was formed to protect their interests.