La frontera
Example: La frontera entre els dos països està ben vigilada.
Definition
"La frontera" refers to the boundary or border between two countries or regions, often marked by physical barriers or checkpoints. It is the dividing line where one territory ends and another begins, frequently monitored for security and immigration control.
Etymology
The term "la frontera" comes from the Spanish word 'frontera,' which originally meant 'frontier' or 'border.' It derives from the Latin 'frontaria,' related to 'frons,' meaning 'forehead' or 'front,' symbolizing the front line or edge of a territory. Did you know that historically, frontiers were often heavily fortified as they represented the first line of defense?
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"La frontera" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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