Example: A mesura que plou, les fulles es tornen més verdes.
Definition
"A mesura que" is a Catalan expression used to indicate a gradual progression or simultaneous occurrence of two actions or states, similar to 'as' or 'while' in English. For example, it can describe how something changes over time, like 'A mesura que plou, les fulles es tornen més verdes.'
Translations
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A medida que
Naarmate
À mesure que
Je mehr
Etymology
The expression "A mesura que" comes from the Catalan words 'a' meaning 'at' or 'to,' and 'mesura,' meaning 'measure' or 'extent.' It figuratively conveys the idea of something happening 'to the extent that' or 'in proportion as' another event occurs. Did you know? This phrase captures the sense of gradual change or progression embedded in the word 'measure.'
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