pont

In a sentence

• El pont sobre el riu és molt antic.

  The bridge over the river is very old.

  Here, 'pont' means 'bridge' in its primary architectural sense.

• Durant el pont, molts van aprofitar per viatjar.

  During the long weekend, many took the opportunity to travel.

  In this usage, 'pont' refers to a 'long weekend' stemming from a public holiday.

• La paraula 'pont' també pot tenir significats figuratius.

  The word 'bridge' can also have figurative meanings.

  Here, 'pont' is used in its general and abstract sense, meaning connection or something metaphorical.