No. 2,507 in Catalan
vetllada
An evening gathering or event.
In a sentence
La vetllada d'ahir va ser inoblidable.
Yesterday's evening was unforgettable.
The word 'vetllada' refers to the evening event, emphasizing its character as a gathering or occasion.
Organitzarem una vetllada per recaptar fons.
We will organize an evening event to raise funds.
Here 'vetllada' is used to denote an organized social event, focusing on its purpose for fundraising.
Durant la vetllada, van presentar diversos espectacles.
During the evening, various performances were presented.
In this context, 'vetllada' describes the timeframe of the evening, highlighting the activities and entertainments therein.
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