No. 4,954 in Catalan
vila
"Vila" in Catalan means "town" or "village."
In a sentence
La vila antiga conserva molta història.
The old town holds much history.
Here, 'vila' refers to an old town or a village, emphasizing the historical and cultural context.
Va comprar una vila amb vistes al mar.
He bought a villa with sea views.
In this sentence, 'vila' denotes a luxurious residence or house, often in a scenic location.
La festa principal de la vila és molt coneguda.
The main festival of the town is very famous.
Here, 'vila' is used to describe a town or jurisdiction, indicating a community or municipal area.
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