Translation of Italian word "lontano" to English
lontano
/lonˈta.no/
How to use
The Italian adverb 'lontano' means 'far' (Far, distant). It is used to modify verbs, adjectives, or entire clauses. A natural example is: 'Non andare troppo lontano nel bosco da solo.' (Don't go too far into the woods alone.).
🇬🇧 English
far
Example
Il centro abitato è lontano da questa casa di campagna.
The town center is far from this country house.
Non andare troppo lontano nel bosco da solo.
Don't go too far into the woods alone.
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Common phrases
- da lontano— from a distance
- Non andare troppo lontano nel bosco da solo.— Don't go too far into the woods alone.
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What does the Italian word "lontano" mean?▼
The Italian word "lontano" means "far" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Il centro abitato è lontano da questa casa di campagna." (which translates as "The town center is far from this country house.").
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