No. 11,227 in Catalan
textura
The Catalan word "textura" means "texture" in English, referring to the surface quality or feel of an object.
In a sentence
La textura del pa acabat de fer és suau i esponjosa.
The texture of freshly baked bread is soft and fluffy.
Here, 'textura' is used to discuss the physical feeling or consistency of the bread.
Aquesta pintura té una textura rugosa al tacte.
This painting has a rough texture to the touch.
In this usage, 'textura' refers to the tactile quality of the painting's surface.
La textura narrativa d'aquesta novel·la és complexa i captivadora.
The narrative texture of this novel is complex and captivating.
This demonstrates a metaphorical use of 'textura' to describe the structure and interweaving of elements in the narrative of the novel.
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