Fora
Example: Vaig sortir fora per jugar amb els amics.
Definition
"Fora" is an adverb in Catalan used to indicate movement or position outside of a place or area, as in the phrase 'Vaig sortir fora per jugar amb els amics,' meaning 'I went outside to play with friends.' It conveys the concept of being outdoors or beyond an enclosed space.
Etymology
The Catalan word "fora" originates from the Latin word 'fora,' the neuter plural of 'forum,' which referred to an open public space. Over time, "fora" evolved in Catalan to mean 'outside,' reflecting the idea of being in an open or external area. Did you know? The word shares roots with similar terms in other Romance languages that also denote outside or external places.
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"Fora" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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