|  Christmas lights in Milano 😍 | | | Ciao English Learners! Ever wondered who you'd dine with from history? We're diving into that question in Italian, and teaching you words like 'matita', 'posto', 'pugno', 'stella', and 'dramma' along the way. Let's get started! |
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matita The Italian word for 'pencil' is 'matita'. As in English, 'matita' in Italian can refer to both a writing tool or the concept of a pencil in different contexts such as art or school. You can use it in sentences like 'Mi passi la matita, per favore?' (Could you pass me the pencil, please?). It's a feminine noun, therefore you should use 'la' before it. Here's how to use it: | |
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posto The Italian word 'posto' translates to 'place' in English. It can refer to a specific location or area, such as 'questo è il mio posto preferito' meaning 'this is my favorite place'. Just like in English, 'posto' can also be used in various contexts, including in phrases and idioms. Here's how to use it: | |
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pugno In Italian, the word 'pugno' is used to refer to a punch, similar to its usage in English. It can be used in the context of boxing or any other situation where a punch is thrown. For example, 'Dare un pugno' means 'to give a punch' or 'to punch someone'. Here's how to use it: Ho dato un pugno al sacco da boxe. Si è preso un pugno in faccia. Il pugno chiuso è un simbolo di resistenza.
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stella The word 'stella' in Italian is used to refer to a star in the sky. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a famous person, like in the phrase 'una stella del cinema', which means 'a star of the cinema'. Here's how to use it: La stella più luminosa nel cielo notturno è Sirio. Stella, possiamo andare al cinema stasera? Non c'è niente di meglio che guardare le stelle sulla spiaggia.
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dramma Dramma is the Italian word for drama. It is used to describe a play, movie, or situation that is very emotional or intense. For example, one might say 'Questo film è un vero dramma' to describe a movie that is very dramatic. Here's how to use it: Il film racconta un intenso dramma familiare. Questo dramma ha un impatto profondo sulla sua vita. Vivere un dramma può essere una esperienza formativa.
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