Impossible



Example: És impossible arribar a temps sense cotxe avui.

Definition


"Impossible" describes something that cannot be done, achieved, or occur under any circumstances. It refers to situations or actions that are beyond the realm of possibility, such as in the phrase, 'És impossible arribar a temps sense cotxe avui,' meaning it is not feasible to arrive on time without a car today.

Etymology


The word "impossible" comes from the Latin 'impossibilis,' combining 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'possibilis' meaning 'possible.' It literally means 'not possible.' Did you know? This construction is common in many Romance languages, reflecting a shared Latin heritage.

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"Impossible" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 3", containing 104 commonly used words.
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