La cara
Example: La cara del retrat mostra una expressió de sorpresa clara.
Definition
"La cara" refers to the front part of the head in humans and some animals, containing the eyes, nose, and mouth. It is often used to describe expressions or features, as in the phrase 'La cara del retrat mostra una expressió de sorpresa clara,' meaning the face in the portrait shows a clear expression of surprise.
Etymology
The term "la cara" comes from Latin 'cara,' meaning 'face' or 'head.' It has retained this basic meaning through Romance languages. Did you know? The Latin root also connects to words implying affection, reflecting how the face is central to personal identity and emotion.
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"La cara" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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