slight

The Italian word 'lieve' is used in a similar way to the English word 'slight'. It can be used to describe something that is small or insignificant, such as a 'slight' difference or a 'slight' problem. It can also be used to describe a 'slight' movement or a 'slight' touch. For example, 'C'è una differenza lieve tra i due modelli' means 'There is a slight difference between the two models'.

Example sentences using: lieve

Ha un lieve raffreddore

He has a slight cold

In this example, 'lieve' is used to describe a mild or minor condition, in this case, referring to a cold that is not severe.

C'è una lieve brezza oggi

There is a slight breeze today

Here, 'lieve' is used to describe the breeze that is not strong, but gentle or light.

La sua voce è lieve

His voice is light

In this example, 'lieve' describes the quality of someone's voice that is not heavy or deep but light or delicate in tone.