Mirar
Example: M'agrada mirar les estrelles a la nit tranquil·la.
Definition
"Mirar" means to look at or to watch something attentively. It involves directing one's gaze towards an object or scene, often with the intention of observing or noticing details. For example, "M'agrada mirar les estrelles a la nit tranquil·la" means enjoying watching the stars on a quiet night.
Etymology
The Catalan verb "mirar" comes from the Latin word "mirari," which means to wonder at or to admire. Interestingly, "mirari" also gave rise to the English word "admire." So, when you "mirar," you are not just looking but often appreciating what you see.
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"Mirar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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