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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