No. 642 in Catalan
propi
"Propi" means "own" or "proper" in English.
In a sentence
Ell va portar el seu propi llibre a la classe.
He brought his own book to class.
Here, 'propi' denotes possession, emphasizing the book belongs to him specifically.
Aquest projecte és un repte propi d'estudiants avançats.
This project is a challenge typical for advanced students.
'Propi' in this sentence indicates something characteristic or typical of a certain group, in this case advanced students.
Va actuar amb confiança pròpia de grans líders.
He acted with confidence characteristic of great leaders.
In this usage, 'pròpia' (feminine form of 'propi') describes confidence as a trait inherent or typical of great leaders.
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