No. 6,844 in Catalan
toba
"Toba" in Catalan refers to "tuff," a type of porous volcanic rock.
In a sentence
La toba és molt suau i fàcil de tallar.
The tuff is very soft and easy to cut.
The word 'toba' refers to a type of rock, specifically volcanic tuff, known for its softness in this sentence.
Vaig trobar una toba al jardí després de la tempesta.
I found a clump of dirt in the garden after the storm.
Here, 'toba' is used to describe a lump or chunk of material, possibly soil or dirt, illustrating its context-dependent usage.
La toba absorbia ràpidament l'aigua vessada.
The sponge quickly absorbed the spilled water.
In this context, 'toba' refers to a sponge, showcasing its utility as an item that absorbs liquids.
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