La zona costanera
Example: La zona costanera és ideal per passejar a l'estiu.
Definition
"La zona costanera" refers to the coastal area or strip of land adjacent to the sea, often characterized by beaches, cliffs, and coastal ecosystems. This area is typically popular for recreation, tourism, and environmental conservation, especially during summer walks and outdoor activities.
Etymology
The term "la zona costanera" comes from Catalan, where "zona" means zone or area, and "costanera" relates to the coast or shoreline. The word "costanera" derives from the Latin root "costa," meaning rib or side, figuratively used for the edge or border of the land by the sea. Did you know? The concept highlights the importance of coastal regions historically as places of trade and leisure.
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"La zona costanera" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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