tona

This is the 6849th most frequent Catalan word.


tona

"tona" (Catalan) = "ton" (a unit of weight).


In this sentence, 'tona' is used to refer to a metric ton, a unit of measurement indicating a substantial weight.

Vaig comprar una tona de taronges al mercat.

I bought a ton of oranges at the market.


Here, 'tona' is used in its literal sense to describe a large slab or piece of marble, providing physical context.

La moneda sona amb un to únic quan cau sobre la tona de marbre.

The coin sounds with a unique tone when it falls onto the marble slab.


In this sentence, 'tona' again refers to a metric ton, demonstrating its use in everyday context to indicate volume or quantity.

Una tona de sorra és suficient per cobrir el pati.

A ton of sand is enough to cover the yard.