Subsecció

Subsecció is a Catalan noun that denotes a subdivision of a secció within a document. It is used to organize content in legal texts, administrative regulations, academic works, and other structured documents. A subsecció functions as a smaller unit of information within a section, allowing precise referencing, clearer presentation, and easier navigation.

Etymologically, subsecció comes from Latin subsectio, formed by sub- meaning “under” or “below” and sectio meaning “section.” The term is widely used in contexts where formal, hierarchical organization of text is required. In practice, subseccions appear alongside other structural units such as seccions and, depending on drafting conventions, apartats or articles. The exact terminology and hierarchy can vary by jurisdiction or institution, so some texts may use alternate terms to express a similar level of division.

Numbering and formatting conventions for subseccions typically reflect their position within a section, for example 2.3 or 4.1.2, though styles may differ between organizations. The presence of subseccions enhances readability, supports indexing, and facilitates cross-referencing within a document. In multilingual contexts, subsecció is commonly translated as “subsection” in English. When drafting Catalan texts, it is important to follow the editorial rules of the relevant institution to ensure consistent use of subseccions and related terms.