Translation of Italian word "aprire" to English
aprire
/aˈpri.re/
How to use
The Italian verb 'aprire' means 'to open' (To open). It belongs to the third conjugation (-ire). It forms compound tenses with the auxiliary 'avere'. In practice, uncovering or opening.
🇬🇧 English
to open
Example
Puoi aprire la finestra per far entrare aria fresca?
Can you open the window to let fresh air in?
Il negozio apre alle nove del mattino.
The shop opens at nine in the morning.
Your personal vocabulary
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- aprire la porta— to open the door
- Il negozio apre alle nove del mattino.— The shop opens at nine in the morning.
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What does the Italian word "aprire" mean?▼
The Italian word "aprire" means "to open" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Puoi aprire la finestra per far entrare aria fresca?" (which translates as "Can you open the window to let fresh air in?").
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