La minoria
Example: La minoria va expressar la seva opinió durant la reunió.
Definition
"La minoria" refers to the smaller part or number of a group, especially when compared to the majority. It often indicates a subset of people or things that differ in opinion, characteristics, or quantity from the larger group, as in expressing views during a meeting.
Etymology
The term "la minoria" comes from the Latin word 'minor,' meaning 'smaller' or 'less.' It evolved into Old French 'minorité' and then into Catalan as 'minoria,' keeping its meaning related to being the smaller part of a whole. Did you know? The concept of 'minority' has been used historically in politics and social contexts to highlight groups with less power or representation.
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"La minoria" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 111 commonly used words.
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