This is the 4282nd most frequent Spanish word.
palau
"Palau" is not inherently a Spanish word; it is a proper noun, typically referring to the Pacific island nation of Palau or used as a surname in some Catalan contexts.
In this sentence, "palau" is used as a proper noun to refer to a specific cultural and historical building in Barcelona, emphasizing its name and significance.
El Palau de la Música Catalana es un monumento fantástico.
The Palau de la Música Catalana is a fantastic monument.
Here, "palau" is used as a common noun in Catalan borrowed into Spanish, meaning "palace," describing a significant and impressive building.
Los turistas visitaron el palau para admirar su arquitectura.
The tourists visited the palace to admire its architecture.
In this case, "Palau" as a proper noun refers to the namesake sovereign state, highlighting its distinct use in an international context.