missió

Missió is the Catalan word for "mission." It denotes a task, purpose, or assignment undertaken to achieve a goal and is used across various domains. The term derives from the Latin missio, meaning "sending," and entered Romance languages through historical contact with Latin and French.

In religious contexts, una missió may refer to the act of evangelization or to a mission station or community established to carry out religious, educational, or charitable work. Historically, religious missions have played a significant role in the spread of faith, education, and healthcare in many regions.

In organizational and strategic language, a missió describes the core purpose or reason for an organization’s existence, guiding its decisions and activities. It is commonly articulated in a mission statement, which differentiates the mission from vision (aspirational aims) and values (principles).

In science, exploration, and military use, a missió is a planned, time-bound undertaking with specific objectives, such as a space mission, a research expedition, or a tactical operation. The term is also used in everyday life to refer to tasks assigned to individuals or teams.

In Catalan usage, missió is widely used in media, education, government, and public discourse, with cognates in Spanish (misión) and English (mission).