presa

This is the 10403rd most frequent Catalan word.


presa

"presa" (Catalan) - dam, prey, or capture (depending on context).


Here, 'presa' refers to a physical barrier constructed to hold back water, i.e., a dam.

La presa d'aigua està plena.

The water dam is full.


In this sentence, 'presa' represents an animal that is being hunted by a predator, i.e., prey.

La guineu va saltar sobre la seva presa.

The fox jumped on its prey.


Here, 'presa' is used in the phrase 'presa de decisions' (decision-making), indicating the act of taking or making decisions.

La presa de decisions és crucial en aquest moment.

The decision-making is crucial at this moment.