Translation of Italian word "la causa" to English
la causa
/la ˈkawza/
Meaning
NounA reason or motive behind an event, or a lawsuit in court.
How to use
The Italian noun 'causa' (feminine) denotes 'cause, reason, lawsuit' (A reason or motive behind an event, or a lawsuit in court). It typically takes the definite article 'la'. In practice, a person or thing that gives rise to an action, phenomenon, or condition; a legal case.
🇬🇧 English
cause, reason, lawsuit
Example
La polizia scientifica sta indagando sulle cause del grave incendio.
Forensic police are investigating the causes of the serious fire.
I volontari dedicano molto tempo a sostenere una nobile causa umanitaria.
Volunteers dedicate a lot of time to supporting a noble humanitarian cause.
Your personal vocabulary
🦊 Use this word in a live AI conversationCommon phrases
- La polizia scientifica sta indagando sulle cause del grave incendio.— Forensic police are investigating the causes of the serious fire.
- I volontari dedicano molto tempo a sostenere una nobile causa umanitaria.— Volunteers dedicate a lot of time to supporting a noble humanitarian cause.
More n words
This concept in other languages
Frequency rank: #1174 in Italian
Learn them all! 🚀
Master the 1000 most common Italian words with smart explanations, audio pronunciation, and spaced repetition.
Start Learning For Free →No sign-up required
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Italian word "la causa" mean?▼
The Italian word "la causa" means "cause, reason, lawsuit" in English.
How do you pronounce the Italian word "la causa"?▼
You can hear the correct audio pronunciation of the word "la causa" by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
Can I see an example sentence with "la causa"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "La polizia scientifica sta indagando sulle cause del grave incendio." (which translates as "Forensic police are investigating the causes of the serious fire.").
Related reading
What Is Spaced Repetition? The SM-2 Algorithm Explained Simply
Spaced repetition is the single most effective method for memorizing vocabulary. Learn how the forgetting curve works, how the SM-2 algorithm calculates review intervals, and why 20 minutes a day beats 2 hours of cramming.
Read →TipsHow to Build a Daily Language Learning Habit That Sticks (Science-Backed)
Learn the psychology behind habit formation and apply it to language learning. Discover the 2-minute rule, habit stacking, and streak mechanics that keep you consistent.
Read →