No. 11,356 in Catalan
trontolla
"Trontolla" means "wobbles" or "shakes unsteadily."
In a sentence
La cadira trontolla quan t'asseus.
The chair wobbles when you sit down.
Here, 'trontolla' describes the instability or shaking movement of the chair, illustrating its physical unsteadiness.
L'opinió pública trontolla davant de les noves proves.
Public opinion falters before the new evidence.
In this sentence, 'trontolla' metaphorically represents the instability or shaken state of public opinion, showcasing its figurative usage.
El campanar trontolla pel vent fort.
The bell tower trembles in the strong wind.
In this usage, 'trontolla' depicts the physical trembling or shaking of the bell tower caused by external forces like strong wind.
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