línía

Línia is a feminine noun in Catalan meaning line, row, or route. It denotes a one-dimensional mark or path that defines a direction or boundary, and it can refer to both geometric constructs and everyday concepts such as a drawn stroke or a transportation service. In mathematics and geometry, a línia represents the straight or curved locus that extends in a particular direction; in ordinary use, it can describe a line drawn on a surface or a public transport route, such as a bus or train line.

Etymology and usage across languages. The Catalan word línia comes from Latin linea and has cognates in related Romance languages, including Spanish línea, Portuguese linha, and Italian linea. In Catalan orthography the acute accent on í signals stress on the first syllable, hence lí-nia. The plural form is línies.

Domains of use. In computing and typography, phrases such as línia de codi (line of code) or línia de text (line of text) reflect its broad application to one-dimensional continuities. In geography, urban planning, and transport, línia commonly designates a service route or corridor. In geometry, it retains its core meaning as a one-dimensional object defined by its direction and position relative to other points.

Notes. Línia can also function as a common noun in various technical or everyday contexts, and may appear as part of fixed expressions or compound terms in Catalan. As with other cognate terms, its precise meaning depends on the domain of discourse.