This is the 6770th most frequent Catalan word.
stranger
The Catalan word for "stranger" is "estranger," meaning a foreigner or someone unknown.
In this sentence, 'desconegut' means 'stranger' and refers to an unknown person approaching for information.
Un desconegut va demanar indicacions al carrer.
A stranger asked for directions on the street.
Here, 'desconeguts' is plural and generalizes the concept of unknown people.
És important ser amables amb els desconeguts.
It's important to be kind to strangers.
In this instance, 'desconeguda' is used figuratively to express the feeling of unfamiliarity in a new environment.