L'empenta
Example: L'empenta del motor va fer enlairar l'avió ràpidament.
Definition
"L'empenta" refers to the force or thrust generated by a motor or engine that propels an aircraft forward, enabling it to take off and maintain flight. It is the essential power that moves the airplane through the air efficiently and swiftly.
Etymology
The word "l'empenta" comes from the Catalan verb 'empentar', meaning 'to push'. It reflects the idea of a strong push or thrust. Did you know? The term is often used in aviation to describe the force that pushes an aircraft forward, making it a fitting metaphor for power and motion.
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"L'empenta" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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