Translation of Italian word "matita" to English
matita
/maˈti.ta/
How to use
The Italian noun 'matita' (feminine) denotes 'pencil' (Pencil). It typically takes the definite article 'la'. A typical usage pattern is 'Hai una matita spuntata da temperare?' (Do you have a dull pencil to sharpen?).
🇬🇧 English
pencil
Example
Disegno gli schizzi del progetto con la matita.
I draw project sketches with a pencil.
Hai una matita spuntata da temperare?
Do you have a dull pencil to sharpen?
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Common phrases
- matita da disegno— drawing pencil
- Hai una matita spuntata da temperare?— Do you have a dull pencil to sharpen?
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What does the Italian word "matita" mean?▼
The Italian word "matita" means "pencil" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Disegno gli schizzi del progetto con la matita." (which translates as "I draw project sketches with a pencil.").
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