Translation of Italian word "a" to English
a
/a/
How to use
Used to indicate direction or destination.
🇬🇧 English
to, at
Example
Vado a scuola ogni giorno.
I go to school every day.
Diamo il regalo a Maria.
We give the gift to Maria.
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What does the Italian word "a" mean?▼
The Italian word "a" means "to, at" in English.
How do you pronounce the Italian word "a"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "a"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Indica direzione, luogo o complemento di termine." (which translates as "I go to school every day.").
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