Translation of Italian word "di" to English
di
/di/
How to use
The Italian preposition 'di' means 'of, from' (Of, from; shows possession or origin). It connects words and introduces complements indicating direction, location, manner, or relation. Mastering 'di' requires memorizing which verbs and nouns it habitually accompanies — these are best learned through repeated exposure in authentic texts.
🇬🇧 English
of, from
Example
Questo è il libro di Marco.
This is Marco's book.
Sono stanco di aspettare.
I'm tired of waiting.
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- Questo è il libro di Marco.— This is Marco's book.
- Sono stanco di aspettare.— I'm tired of waiting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Italian word "di" mean?▼
The Italian word "di" means "of, from" in English.
How do you pronounce the Italian word "di"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "di"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Questo è il libro di Marco." (which translates as "This is Marco's book.").
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