La cita



Example: La cita del periodista va ser molt important per a l'article.

Definition


"La cita" in journalism refers to a quoted statement or excerpt taken from a person or source, used to support or illustrate points within an article. It is often a direct or indirect quotation that adds credibility and context to the journalistic content.

Etymology


The term "la cita" comes from the Latin word 'citare,' meaning 'to summon' or 'to call.' Over time, it evolved in Catalan to mean a 'quotation' or 'appointment.' In journalism, it specifically denotes the act of citing or referencing someone's words within an article.

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"La cita" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Journalism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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