Example: Hem de posar fil a l'agulla per acabar aquest projecte aviat.
Definition
"Posar fil a l'agulla" is a Catalan expression meaning to start working on a task or project in order to make progress and eventually complete it. It implies taking action and organizing efforts to achieve a goal, as in the phrase, 'We must posar fil a l'agulla to finish this project soon.'
Translations
To get started
Ponerse manos a la obra
Aan de slag gaan
Se mettre au travail
An die Arbeit gehen
Etymology
The phrase "Posar fil a l'agulla" literally means 'to put thread to the needle' in Catalan. It originates from sewing, where threading the needle is the essential first step before stitching can begin. This metaphorically evolved to mean initiating any task or project, emphasizing the importance of starting the work to achieve success.
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