L'excepció
Example: Tots van arribar a temps, excepte l'excepció que va venir tard.
Definition
"L'excepció" refers to a case or instance that does not follow a general rule or pattern, standing out as different or excluded from the norm. It highlights something or someone that is an exception to what is expected or usual.
Etymology
The word "l'excepció" comes from the Latin 'exceptio,' meaning 'a taking out' or 'exclusion.' It entered Catalan through Old French, carrying the same meaning of something set apart or excluded from a general rule. Did you know? The concept of exceptions has been essential in law and logic for centuries.
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"L'excepció" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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