Noun
2. Definitions:1. Paper or document, especially one with official or legal status.
2. Letter or correspondence, usually formal.
3. Pronunciations:US: /ˈkɑr.tə/
UK: /ˈkɑː.tə/
4. Origin and Usage:The word "carta" comes from the Latin word "charta" meaning "paper, document". It has been used in English since the 16th century to refer to paper or documents, especially those with official or legal status. In modern usage, it is often used to refer to a formal letter or correspondence, such as a business letter or legal document.
5. Synonyms:Document, paper, certificate, deed, letter, correspondence, missive, epistle, dispatch, note.
6. Related Words:Letter, legal, paper, write, email.
7. Example Sentences:1. She presented the carta to the authorities as proof of her citizenship.
2. The company sent a carta to all its customers to inform them of the new policy.
3. He wrote a carta to his friend, detailing his travels and adventures.
4. The lawyer prepared a carta for his client to sign, outlining the terms of the settlement.
5. The historian found an ancient carta in the archives, shedding new light on the history of the region.