La característica
Example: La característica principal d'aquest cotxe és la seva velocitat.
Definition
"La característica" refers to a distinctive quality or feature that identifies or describes someone or something. It highlights an essential attribute that sets the subject apart, as in the example where the main feature of a car is its speed.
Etymology
The word "la característica" comes from the Greek 'kharaktēr,' meaning a mark or engraving, which passed into Latin as 'characteristicus.' It entered Catalan retaining the meaning of a distinctive trait or quality. Did you know that the original Greek term was used to describe a stamp or impression, much like how characteristics leave an impression on identity?
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"La característica" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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