vessar

This is the 3310th most frequent Catalan word.


vessar

To spill or overflow.


In this sentence, 'vessar' is used to indicate liquid spilling from a container onto a surface, showcasing its primary and literal meaning.

El got va vessar aigua a la taula.

The glass spilled water onto the table.


Here, 'vessar' is used metaphorically to imply the casting or spreading of shadows, extending its meaning beyond physical spilling.

Les fulles vessaven ombra sobre el camí.

The leaves cast shadow over the path.


In this example, 'vessar' is figuratively expressing an abundance or overflow of emotions, showing its use in describing intangible qualities or effects.

El poema vessa sentiments profunds.

The poem overflows with deep emotions.