No. 306 in Catalan
marc
"Marc" in Catalan means "frame" or "setting."
In a sentence
El marc de la finestra és de fusta.
The frame of the window is made of wood.
Here, 'marc' means 'frame', specifically referring to the physical border or frame of a window.
Ens trobem dins del marc de les normes establertes.
We are within the framework of the established rules.
In this context, 'marc' signifies 'framework', denoting a metaphorical set of boundary conditions or regulations.
El Marc vindrà demà a veure'ns.
Marc will come tomorrow to visit us.
Here, 'Marc' is a proper noun, serving as a name for a person.
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