Translation of Italian word "insetto" to English
insetto
/inˈset.to/
How to use
The Italian noun 'insetto' (masculine) denotes 'insect' (Insect). It typically takes the definite article 'l''. Often confused with 'arthropodo' (insect-like), but 'insetto' carries a distinct shade of meaning in careful usage.
🇬🇧 English
insect
Example
In estate ci sono molti insetti nei prati floridi.
In summer there are many insects in thriving meadows.
Esistono milioni di specie diverse di insetti sul pianeta.
Millions of different species of insects exist on planet.
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Common phrases
- insetto sociale— social insect
- Esistono milioni di specie diverse di insetti sul pianeta.— Millions of different species of insects exist on planet.
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What does the Italian word "insetto" mean?▼
The Italian word "insetto" means "insect" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "In estate ci sono molti insetti nei prati floridi." (which translates as "In summer there are many insects in thriving meadows.").
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