La pèrdua
Example: La pèrdua de dades va afectar tota l'empresa ahir.
Definition
"La pèrdua" refers to the act or result of losing something, such as data, objects, or opportunities. It signifies the absence or deprivation of something that was once possessed or expected, often causing negative consequences, as in the phrase "La pèrdua de dades va afectar tota l'empresa ahir."
Etymology
The term "la pèrdua" originates from the Catalan verb 'perdre,' meaning 'to lose,' combined with the suffix '-uda,' which forms a noun indicating the action or effect. This construction highlights the concept of loss, tracing back to Latin 'perdere,' meaning 'to destroy or lose.' Did you know? Despite its straightforward meaning, "la pèrdua" can apply to many contexts, from physical objects to abstract concepts like data or opportunities.
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"La pèrdua" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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