arribar

This is the 78th most frequent Catalan word.


arribar

"Arribar" means "to arrive" in English.


Here, 'arribar' is used reflexively to imply successfully achieving or managing something important.

Va arribar a casar-se amb prou feines.

He barely managed to get married.


In this sentence, 'arribar' refers to physically arriving or reaching a destination.

Quan arribaràs a casa?

When will you arrive home?


Here, 'arribar' is used figuratively to mean comprehending or realizing over time.

Va arribar a entendre l'importància del projecte.

He came to understand the importance of the project.