No. 1,499 in Catalan
pep
The Catalan word "pep" is a common diminutive or nickname for the name Josep (Joseph).
In a sentence
En Pep treballa com a enginyer.
Pep works as an engineer.
Here, 'Pep' is used as a proper noun, which is a common shortened form of the given name 'Josep' in Catalan.
Sento un soroll, sembla el pep d'una campana.
I hear a noise; it sounds like the ringing of a bell.
In this context, 'pep' is used as a descriptive noun for a short, sharp sound, similar to a 'bing' in the sound of a bell.
No et preocupis, això li donarà un pep a la festa.
Don't worry; this will give a lively boost to the party.
Here, 'pep' refers to energy or enthusiasm, translated as 'lively boost' in English.
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