This is the 9757th most frequent Catalan word.
maquinetes
"Maquinetes" in Catalan means "small machines" or "little devices."
Here, 'maquinetes' refers to small devices used specifically for sharpening pencils.
He comprat unes maquinetes per afilar llapis.
I bought some sharpeners to sharpen pencils.
In this context, 'maquinetes' refers to small sewing machines, highlighting machines designed for specific tasks.
Les antigues maquinetes de cosir encara són utilitzades sovint.
The old sewing machines are still often used.
Here, 'maquinetes' is used more broadly to indicate small mechanical instruments or devices.