Apartats

Apartats is the plural form of apartat, a Catalan noun with multiple related meanings. In written language, apartat commonly denotes a subdivision within a document, such as a section or paragraph of a law, contract, report, or article. It is used to organize content clearly, often through numbering or lettering. The term can also refer to a physical subdivision or compartment inside an object, like a bag, wallet, or piece of furniture, where items are stored.

Etymology and sense development: apartat comes from the verb apartar, meaning to separate, with the suffix -at forming a noun that names a place, section, or division. The sense related to dividing written material is widespread in medieval and modern Catalan, and remains standard in formal and administrative texts.

Usage and examples: In official writing, one speaks of “l’apartat 2 de l’article 6” or “els apartats de l’estudi,” to reference specific subsections. Writers use apartats to enumerate provisions, conditions, or items within a larger whole. For example, “Els apartats del contracte estableixen les obligacions de les parts” illustrates how apartats structure content. In non-textual contexts, apartats may refer to compartments within objects or spaces designated for organization.

See also and notes: Apartats are closely related to seccions and clàusules, with nuance depending on context. The term is standard in Catalan-language formal writing and legal or administrative discourse, and its use emphasizes clear subdivision within a whole.