invece

instead

The Italian word 'invece' translates to 'instead' in English. It is used in sentences to indicate an alternative or substitute to something previously mentioned. For instance, you might use 'invece' when you say 'Non voglio il panino, invece voglio la pasta.' which means 'I don't want the sandwich, instead I want the pasta.'

adverb

Example sentences using: invece

Invece di correre, dovresti camminare.

Instead of running, you should walk.

This sentence shows the usage of 'invece' when giving advice or suggesting an alternative action. Here, 'invece di' means 'instead of'.

Vorrei una mela, invece.

I would like an apple, instead.

This sentence represents the usage of 'invece' to express a change of mind or preference. It follows the object, separated by a comma, to mean 'instead'.

Si pensava sarebbe andato nella direzione opposta, invece è andato a destra.

It was thought he would go in the opposite direction, instead he went right.

This sentence demonstrates the use of 'invece' to communicate unexpected or contrary outcomes. It is used after a comma to mean 'instead', introducing a contrasting information.