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No. 10,284 in Catalan

placeta

A small square or plaza.

In a sentence

  • La placeta era el centre de trobada dels veïns.

    The small square was the meeting center for the neighbors.

    In this sentence, 'placeta' is used to describe a 'small square' in the neighborhood, often a geographically centered area serving community functions.

  • Passejant per la placeta, vaig veure uns nens jugant.

    While walking in the small square, I saw some children playing.

    Here, 'placeta' illustrates a communal open area where neighborhood activities such as children playing occur.

  • La placeta estava custodiada per arbres antics i bonics bancs.

    The small square was surrounded by old trees and beautiful benches.

    This usage of 'placeta' denotes a picturesque location enriching local aesthetics and providing a recreational space for residents.

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