Example: Els nens estan posats a fer els deures a la taula.
Definition
"Posats a fer" is a Catalan expression meaning to be actively engaged or ready to start doing something, often a task or activity, with determination or focus. For example, children 'posats a fer' their homework at the table indicates they are actively working on it.
Translations
While we're at it
Ya puestos
Nu we toch bezig zijn
Tant qu'à faire
Wenn wir schon dabei sind
Etymology
The phrase "posats a fer" comes from the Catalan verb 'posar' meaning 'to put' or 'to place,' combined with 'a fer,' which means 'to do' or 'to make.' Together, it conveys the idea of being 'set to do' something, reflecting readiness and action. Did you know that this expression vividly captures the moment of preparing oneself mentally and physically to begin a task?
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While we're at it