Translation of Italian word "posto" to English
posto
/ˈpos.to/
How to use
The Italian noun 'posto' (masculine) denotes 'place, spot' (Place, spot, seat). It typically takes the definite article 'il'. A typical usage pattern is 'Scusi, questo posto è libero?' (Excuse me, is this seat taken?).
🇬🇧 English
place, spot
Example
Questo è il posto perfetto per fare un picnic.
This is the perfect spot for a picnic.
Scusi, questo posto è libero?
Excuse me, is this seat taken?
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Common phrases
- posto di lavoro— workplace
- Scusi, questo posto è libero?— Excuse me, is this seat taken?
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What does the Italian word "posto" mean?▼
The Italian word "posto" means "place, spot" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Questo è il posto perfetto per fare un picnic." (which translates as "This is the perfect spot for a picnic.").
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