Extra
Example: Vaig comprar un extra per assegurar-me que no faltés res.
Definition
"Extra" refers to an additional item or element that is added beyond what is usual or necessary. In the context of the example phrase, it means something bought as a supplement to ensure nothing is missing.
Etymology
The word "extra" comes from the Latin term 'extra,' meaning 'outside' or 'beyond.' It entered many European languages to denote something additional or beyond the standard amount. Did you know? The use of 'extra' in English and Catalan carries the same sense of something added on top of the usual.
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"Extra" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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