No. 6,856 in Catalan
torrella
"Torrella" in Catalan refers to a "small tower" or "turret."
In a sentence
La torrella del castell és visible des de tota la vall.
The tower of the castle is visible from the entire valley.
Here, 'torrella' is used to refer to a small tower or high structure typical of castles or fortifications.
Després de la pluja, vam veure com l'aigua formava una torrella al camí.
After the rain, we saw how the water formed a small stream on the path.
In this sentence, 'torrella' is used metaphorically to describe a small flow or stream often shaped after water accumulates in pathways or indentations.
Vaig pujar a la torrella per disfrutar de la vista panoràmica.
I climbed the small tower to enjoy the panoramic view.
Here 'torrella' again is used for a small structure built for purposes like observation or decoration, typically providing a view.
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