No. 978 in Catalan
terrassa
"Terrassa" in Catalan means "terrace" or "patio" in English.
In a sentence
M'agrada seure a la terrassa per veure el capvespre.
I like to sit on the terrace to watch the sunset.
Here, "terrassa" refers to a structure or space at a building level designed for leisure or outdoor activities.
La ciutat de Terrassa és coneguda per la seva història industrial.
The city of Terrassa is known for its industrial history.
In this sentence, "Terrassa" refers to a proper noun, specifically the name of a city in Catalonia.
Vam decorar la terrassa amb plantes i llums per a la festa.
We decorated the terrace with plants and lights for the party.
Once again, "terrassa" means an open-air place attached to a building, emphasizing its use for social gatherings.
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