La yuxtaposició
Example: La yuxtaposició d'idees diferents enriqueix el debat filosòfic.
Definition
"La yuxtaposició" refers to the act or instance of placing two or more elements, such as ideas, images, or objects, side by side or close together, often to highlight contrasts or comparisons. It enriches understanding by showing relationships through proximity.
Etymology
The word "la yuxtaposició" comes from the Latin 'juxta' meaning 'next to' and 'positio' meaning 'a placing.' It entered Catalan through a Romance language influence, reflecting the idea of things being placed near each other. Did you know that 'juxta' is also the root of the English word 'juxtapose'?
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"La yuxtaposició" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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