La rajola
Example: La rajola vermella decora la paret de la cuina.
Definition
"La rajola" refers to a tile, typically a flat, thin piece of baked clay or other material used for covering walls, floors, or roofs. In construction, "la rajola" is commonly used to decorate or protect surfaces, as in 'La rajola vermella decora la paret de la cuina.'
Etymology
The word "la rajola" comes from the Catalan language, deriving from the Latin word 'regula,' meaning a straight stick or ruler, which later evolved to refer to flat, regular pieces such as tiles. Did you know? The use of 'rajola' has remained consistent in Catalan for centuries, reflecting its importance in traditional building materials.
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"La rajola" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Construction - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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