La botiga
Example: Vaig comprar fruita fresca a la botiga del barri.
Definition
"La botiga" refers to a small shop or store where goods, such as fresh fruit or other items, are sold. It is commonly used in Catalan to denote a neighborhood retail space where people can purchase everyday products.
Etymology
The term "la botiga" comes from the Catalan language, derived from the Old French word 'botege,' meaning a shop or stall. Interestingly, it shares roots with the Italian 'bottega,' indicating a workshop or store, reflecting its longstanding association with commercial spaces.
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"La botiga" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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