This is the 142nd most frequent Catalan word.
preu
Price.
Here, 'preu' is used as a noun, indicating the cost of an object.
El preu del llibre és massa alt.
The price of the book is too high.
'Preu' represents a figurative consequence, implying a metaphoric cost related to behavior or action.
Va pagar el preu de la seva impaciència.
He paid the price for his impatience.
In this context, 'preu' refers to the possible cost or consequence of an action the subject is willing to undertake.