Translation of Italian word "contagioso" to English
contagioso
/kon.taˈdʒo.zo/
How to use
The Italian adjective 'contagioso' expresses 'contagious' (Contagious, infectious). It agrees in gender and number with the noun it modifies (e.g. taking endings -o/-a/-i/-e or -e/-i). A natural example is: 'L'influenza è un virus altamente contagioso in inverno.' (Flu is a highly contagious virus in winter.).
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contagious
Example
L'influenza è un virus altamente contagioso in inverno.
Flu is a highly contagious virus in winter.
Ha un sorriso contagioso che mette tutti di buon umore.
She has a contagious smile that puts everyone in good mood.
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Common phrases
- contagioso virus— contagious virus
- Ha un sorriso contagioso che mette tutti di buon umore.— She has a contagious smile that puts everyone in good mood.
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What does the Italian word "contagioso" mean?▼
The Italian word "contagioso" means "contagious" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "L'influenza è un virus altamente contagioso in inverno." (which translates as "Flu is a highly contagious virus in winter.").
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