La motxilla
Example: Vaig posar la motxilla a l'esquena abans de sortir.
Definition
"La motxilla" refers to a backpack, a bag with shoulder straps used for carrying items on the back, commonly used by students and travelers. It allows hands-free transport of belongings, as in: 'Vaig posar la motxilla a l'esquena abans de sortir.'
Etymology
The word "la motxilla" comes from Catalan, likely derived from the Spanish word 'mochila,' which itself originates from the late Latin 'mucula,' meaning a sack or pouch. Did you know? The term evolved to describe a practical bag worn on the back, perfect for carrying loads during journeys or hikes.
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"La motxilla" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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