L'hivern
Example: L'hivern fa que faci molt de fred a la muntanya.
Definition
"L'hivern" refers to the season of winter, characterized by cold weather, shorter days, and often snow or frost. It is the period when temperatures drop significantly, typically occurring between autumn and spring in temperate climates.
Etymology
The word "l'hivern" comes from the Latin word 'hibernum,' which means 'winter' or 'wintry.' Did you know that 'hibernum' is related to 'hibernare,' meaning 'to pass the winter'? This root also connects to the English word 'hibernate,' describing how some animals sleep through the cold season.
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"L'hivern" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A2) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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