No. 4,680 in Catalan
pòstum
Posthumous.
In a sentence
El llibre pòstum de l'autor va guanyar diversos premis literaris.
The author's posthumous book won several literary awards.
Here, 'pòstum' is used as an adjective describing the book published after the author's death.
La medalla d'honor pòstuma va ser concedida al soldat per la seva valentia.
The posthumous medal of honor was awarded to the soldier for his bravery.
In this case, 'pòstum' characterizes the medal, which was given after the recipient's death.
El seu discurs pòstum va ser emotiu i ple de gratitud.
His posthumous speech was emotional and full of gratitude.
Here, 'pòstum' modifies 'discurs' (speech), referring metaphorically to a statement released after someone has passed away.
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