This is the 6153rd most frequent Catalan word.
machine
The Catalan word "màquina" means "machine" in English, referring to a device or apparatus used to perform a specific task.
Here, 'màquina' refers to a device used to make coffee, indicating its functionality as a piece of equipment.
La màquina de cafè està trencada.
The coffee machine is broken.
In this sentence, 'màquina' takes the meaning of industrial machinery used in manufacturing processes.
A la fàbrica hi ha moltes màquines per produir peces.
At the factory, there are many machines for producing parts.
Here, 'màquina' is used metaphorically to describe someone's excellence and efficiency in performing an activity, emphasizing their skillfulness.